Sautéed Ginger Beef with Green Beans and Sesame
Tender strips of beef quickly sautéed with crisp green beans in a savory ginger-soy glaze, finished with toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs trimmed green beans, minced fresh ginger, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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
- 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
- 2 cups, trimmed green beans
- 2 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat in a large skillet or wok until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and sear for 2 minutes without stirring, then stir and cook for another 2 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger. Sauté over medium heat for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed green beans and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Return the beef to the pan and pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and beans.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the dish before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Ginger Beef with Green Beans and Sesame 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 Sautéed Ginger Beef with Green Beans and Sesame?
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 trimmed green beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Ginger Beef with Green Beans and Sesame?
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 Sautéed Ginger Beef with Green Beans and Sesame 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.
Is Sautéed Ginger Beef with Green Beans and Sesame high protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
