Crack Green Beans Recipe – With Beef Mince

A healthy dinner is a yummy dinner! crack green beans recipe is a nutrient-loaded dish that will make your dinner table smell delicious. The fusion of green beans, beef mince, and spices make this dish a comforting and balanced meal. If your kids run from green veggies then try this recipe and they will start craving for more.

Crack Green Beans Recipe

Crack bean with bacon is a staple in many Southern United States households. However, I like to make this recipe with beef mince. The vibrant green beans and bold flavor of beef mince combine perfectly. The infusion of garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, and other spices makes it aromatic. Not only does it taste good but also visually appealing; the vibrant color and texture make it a perfect dish for hosting a friend’s dinner.

Besides the taste the dish is loaded with nutritional benefits, green beans are a great source of fiber, Vitamin C and K. They helps in regulating metabolism and it is a perfect meal for those who want to keep them full and satisfied.

Crack Green Beans Recipe

Crispy and tender green beans and juicy mince infused with soy sauce, and brown sugar is a combo that will make your day. This crack green beans recipe is a healthy yet delicious treat to entertain your guests and family.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4 persons

Calories 275 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
• 1/2 Kg Beef Mince
• 1/2 Kg Green Beans
• 1 Onion finely chopped
• 4-5 Garlic Cloves chopped
• 2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
• 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
• 1 Tsp Paprika Powder
• 1 Tsp Black Pepper Powder
• 1 Tsp Salt

Instructions

 

• In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium flame then sautee finely chopped onion and garlic until translucent.
• Add brown sugar and soy sauce and give it a good whisk until smooth.
• Then add the beef mince and cook it for 10 minutes or until it changes color.
• Add washed and trimmed green beans to the skillet and toss it to combine. Then season it with paprika powder, black pepper powder, and salt.
• Cook over medium-low flame for 10-15 minutes, stirring it in between. Once the green beans are tender and get a nice crisp remove it from the flame.
• Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and enjoy.

Notes

The calorie count is based on the single serving of the dish. 

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Tips That Will Help

• You can add chilli flakes to spice up the flavor or serve it with pepper jelly.
• You can skip beef mince if you are vegetarian.
• Make sure to cook the green beans over medium-low flame.
• Pour half a cup of lukewarm water if your green beans are taking time to get tender.
• Put the lid over the skillet, the steam creating in the skillet will tender the beans quickly.

Variations

• Stir in cream cheese or heavy cream in the last few minutes of cooking to make it creamy.
• Add 2 Tbsp of tomato paste after cooking the mince for a rich flavor.
• Garnish it with lemon juice for a tangy twist.

FAQ’s

How to store leftovers?

You can use an airtight container for storing the leftovers. This will last for 3-4 days in the refrigerator, reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes before serving the leftover.

Can I use frozen beans in the crack green beans recipe?

The taste, color, and texture in the recipe brought out with fresh beans is not replaced with frozen ones. However, if fresh beans are not easily available you can go for frozen beans. Make sure to thaw the beans at room temperature before cooking them.