Half-Half Spicy Beef and Black Bean Stir Fry
A quick and bold stir fry featuring half ground beef and half black beans for a protein-packed, spicy dish with vibrant flavors. This asian fusion-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs ground beef, drained and rinsed canned black beans, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz ground beef
- 8 oz, drained and rinsed canned black beans
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/4-inch strips red bell pepper
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 2, sliced green onions
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 8 oz ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, for 4-5 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
- Step 4: Stir in 8 oz drained and rinsed canned black beans and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, cooking for 3 minutes until the pepper softens slightly.
- Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha, and 1 tsp brown sugar in a small bowl, then pour over the beef and beans. Stir-fry for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats all ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving over steamed rice or noodles.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Half Spicy Beef and Black Bean Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Half Spicy Beef and Black Bean Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Half Spicy Beef and Black Bean Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Half Spicy Beef and Black Bean Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Half-Half Spicy Beef and Black Bean Stir Fry?
Asian Fusion beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
