Delicious Beef and Green Beans Stir-Fry Recipe

The beef and green beans stir-fry is a popular dish loved in Vietnamese family meals for its rich flavor and simple preparation. The harmonious combination of tender, sweet beef with crunchy green beans makes this dish not only delicious but also nutritious. Let’s dive into the detailed recipe for beef and green beans stir-fry.

Main ingredients for beef and green beans stir-fry
Fresh ingredients for preparing beef and green beans stir-fry

Ingredients and How to Choose Them for Beef and Green Beans Stir-Fry

Necessary Ingredients

To make beef and green beans stir-fry, you will need the following ingredients:

• Beef: 200g
• Green beans: 500g
• Onion: 1 bulb
• Garlic: 2 cloves
• Seasonings: cooking oil, seasoning powder, pepper, sugar, oyster sauce, fish sauce

Criteria for Choosing Ingredients

Selecting quality ingredients plays a crucial role in creating the perfect flavor of the dish.

• Beef: Choose tenderloin or shoulder cuts that are bright red, firm, and free from any greenish tint or foul smell.
• Green beans: Opt for fresh, vibrant green beans that are not wilted or have black spots.
• Onion and garlic: Both should be fresh, with a distinct aroma, and not dried out or discolored.

Steps to Make Beef and Green Beans Stir-Fry

Step 1: Preparing the Ingredients

Carefully prepping each ingredient will enhance the flavor of the dish:

• Beef: Rinse, then slice into thin pieces against the grain for tenderness and better seasoning absorption.
• Green beans: Rinse, then cut into pieces about two finger lengths.
• Onion: Peel and slice into thin wedges.
• Garlic: Peel and mince.

Step 2: Marinating the Beef

Marinate the beef with a mixture of:

• 1 teaspoon seasoning powder
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ½ teaspoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon MSG
• A bit of minced garlic

Mix well and marinate the beef for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate and tenderize the meat.

Marinating beef for green beans stir-fry
Thoroughly marinate the beef to enhance the dish’s flavor

Step 3: Stir-Frying Beef with Green Beans

• Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan, sauté the onion and minced garlic until fragrant. Then, add the marinated beef and quickly stir-fry over high heat until the beef is seared, then remove to a plate.
• Add more oil to the pan, wait until it’s hot, then add the green beans and stir-fry with seasonings (1 tablespoon seasoning powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, ½ tablespoon MSG). Stir-fry over high heat to keep the green beans crisp.
• Finally, return the seared beef to the pan and mix well with the green beans. Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, then turn off the heat.

Step 4: Completing the Dish

Serve the beef and green beans stir-fry on a plate, sprinkle with a bit of pepper to enhance the flavor. You can garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or scallions for an attractive presentation. To add more flavor, serve with soy sauce or chili sauce according to taste.

Finished beef and green beans stir-fry dish
Delicious and appealing beef and green beans stir-fry

Variations of Beef and Green Beans Stir-Fry

Adding Mushrooms for Extra Flavor

To make the dish more diverse, you can add mushrooms to the recipe. When stir-frying the green beans, include mushrooms to create a unique flavor.

Combining with Tomatoes

Tomatoes add a light tanginess that, when combined with green beans and beef, creates a special flavor. First, sauté the tomatoes until soft, then add the beef and green beans to stir-fry together.

Spicy Sichuan Style

To make a spicy Sichuan-style beef and green beans stir-fry, marinate the beef with dried chili, chili paste, and oyster sauce to achieve the characteristic spicy flavor.

We hope this detailed guide on how to make beef and green beans stir-fry helps you confidently prepare this nutritious dish for your family. Don’t forget to check out more delicious recipes in the stir-fry and delicious dishes sections on the Sổ Tay Món Ăn website!

Author: Hoàng Đại Tâm
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