This easy beef and green bean stir-fry is packed with flavour and is a great option when craving something simple but delicious. It is also a great option when you need something healthier to serve your family but still want something tasty and satisfying.
To make this simple dish, you will need
Equipment
- A Skillet
- A Strainer
- Cooking Utensil
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 lb frozen green beans
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp monk fruit sweetener or sweetener of choice
- 1/4 tsp crushed bell pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp barbecue sauce optional
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix the barbecue sauce, sweetener, crushed red pepper and soy sauce in your small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the ground beef and sauté until it is cooked through and barely pink, about 5 minutes. Drain any extra grease if necessary. Add the garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Still well to combine.
- Boil water in a medium pot. Add the green beans. Stir for 2 minutes then remove and dip in cold water. Drain and then add to the beef skillet
- Pour the sauce into the skillet, mix well, and cook until the mixture is heated through. Cook for 3-5 min. Don’t overcook. You want the green beans not to lose their colour.
- Season with salt plus black pepper to taste and serve.
Notes
This beef/green stir fry recipe is one of those meals that can be prepared within half an hour or less. You know those evenings when you come back from work and you look in the fridge for an easy fix only to realize that you only have cooked rice? This dish will be ready before you know it and everyone will for sure love it. Some tips;
- I rarely have fresh green beans in the fridge so I always opt for frozen ones. However, fresh green beans are also perfect for this recipe.
- For my keto family, omit the barbecue sauce. The taste will not be the same but will still taste great. You can add 1/4 cup of cream cheese and 1/4 cup of heavy cream to meet your fat intake. You can also serve it with sauteed cauliflower rice if you wish.
- This dish is good on its own but you can serve it with a side of rice
- This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days. It also freezes well so it’s a great option for meal prep.
- I have used ground turkey as well for this recipe and it came out perfect. If that’s all you have in the freezer, don’t stress, that’ll do!
How To Make Beef & Green Beans Stir-Fry
A quick and easy beef and green bean stir fry that's perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with tender beef, crisp green beans, and a savoury sauce, it’s a flavorful and healthy meal everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 lb green beans frozen or fresh
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp monk fruit sweetener or sweetener of choice
- 3 tbsp barbecue sauce
- 1/4 tsp crushed bell pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix the barbecue sauce, sweetener, crushed bell pepper and soy sauce in your small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the ground beef and sauté until it is cooked through and barely pink, about 5 minutes. Drain any extra grease if necessary. Add the garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Still well to combine.
- Boil water in a medium pot. Add the green beans. Stir for 2 minutes then remove and submerge in cold water. Drain and then add to the beef skillet
- Pour the sauce into the skillet, mix well, and cook until the mixture is heated through. Cook for 3-5 min. Don't overcook. You want the green beans not to lose their colour.
- Season with salt plus black pepper to taste and serve.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe
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