Stir-Fried Beef with Ginger and Green Beans

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender strips of beef wok-tossed with crisp green beans and fragrant ginger in a savory soy sauce glaze. This chinese-inspired beef (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs trimmed and halved green beans, finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1 tbsp soy sauce, letting it marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until shimmering. Add marinated beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same wok, add 8 oz trimmed green beans and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 tbsp finely grated ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Return beef to the wok and pour in 2 tbsp water, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Toss everything together and stir-fry for another minute until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and green beans evenly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Beef with Ginger and Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Ginger and Green Beans?

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 finely grated fresh ginger from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Beef with Ginger and Green Beans?

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 Stir-Fried Beef with Ginger and Green Beans 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 Stir-Fried Beef with Ginger and Green Beans 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.

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