Beef Green Bean Skillet Dinner
Get dinner on the table in just 35 minutes with this savory and satisfying Beef Green Bean Skillet Dinner! Featuring tender ground beef, crisp green beans, and a rich, umami-packed sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin, and sesame oil, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights. Aromatic garlic and onion infuse the dish with bold flavors, while a hint of red pepper flakes adds just the right touch of heat. The quick-cooking green beans retain their delightful crunch, and the sauce thickens beautifully for a glossy finish. Serve this hearty, protein-packed meal over steamed rice or mashed potatoes to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce. It's simple, delicious, and requires minimal cleanup—making it your new go-to skillet dinner recipe! Perfect for meal prep or family dinners, this recipe is sure to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 12 ounces fresh green beans
- 1 medium onion
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, cutting them into 2-inch pieces. Peel and dice the onion, and mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water. Set the sauce mixture aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Push the onion and garlic to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef. Use a spatula to break it up into small pieces. Season with salt and black pepper.
Cook the beef until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Add the green beans to the skillet, stirring them into the cooked beef mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp.
Pour the prepared sauce over the beef and green beans. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, then toss everything together to coat well in the sauce.
Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve immediately. This dish pairs well with steamed rice or mashed potatoes, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2276 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1253 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
