Garlic Green Beans with Ground Beef Stir-Fry Recipe
A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring ground beef and tender green beans, cooked in a savory garlic and gluten-free soy sauce mixture. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a wholesome weeknight dinner, delivering a balanced blend of protein and vegetables in just 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cut green beans (about 4 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
Instructions
- Heat the oil and brown beef: Heat the olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and minced garlic. Stir-fry until the beef is fully browned and cooked through, about 4 to 5 minutes, breaking up the meat as it cooks to ensure even browning.
- Add green beans and soy sauce: Stir in the green beans and gluten-free soy sauce. Reduce the heat to medium and cover the skillet, allowing the green beans to steam and become tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Final stir fry and serve: Remove the lid and continue stir-frying for another 1 to 2 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture and deepen the flavors. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute coconut aminos for gluten-free soy sauce for a slightly sweeter, soy-free alternative.
- Fresh green beans will need a bit longer to cook compared to frozen ones—adjust steaming time accordingly.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of sesame oil at the end.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
