Brazilian recipe
Minced beef with green beans (Carne moída com vagem)
Minced beef with green beans is a staple of home-style Brazilian cooking, cherished for its balanced flavors and quick preparation.
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Ingredients
400 g ground lean beef
200 g green beans (approx. 20 pods)
1/2 onion
1 clove of garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 cup hot water
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
200 g green beans (approx. 20 pods)
1/2 onion
1 clove of garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 cup hot water
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh green beans and quality ground beef at local supermarkets in Gaborone or neighborhood fresh produce markets. All-purpose flour and spices are available in the baking and pantry aisles of any local grocer.
Preparation method
- Take the beef out of the fridge a few minutes before starting so it reaches room temperature.
- Place the water in a small pot and bring to a simmer over low heat.
- Wash the green beans thoroughly.
- Trim the ends and cut them into 1.5 cm pieces using a diagonal cut.
- Finely dice the onion into 1 cm cubes.
- Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
- Heat a large frying pan or skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and spread the beef in small portions across the pan.
- Let the beef brown undisturbed for 1 minute.
- Season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle the flour over the meat.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally so the meat breaks up and browns evenly.
- Remove the browned beef from the pan into a bowl and set aside.
- Keep the pan on the heat and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the onion.
- Add a pinch of salt and sauté the onion for 2 minutes until soft.
- Add the green beans to the pan.
- Season with salt and pepper and sauté for 2 minutes until they lightly brown while remaining crisp.
- Stir in the garlic, paprika, and cumin.
- Sauté for 1 more minute until the spices become aromatic.
- Pour in the hot water gradually while scraping the bottom of the pan with a spatula to deglaze.
- Return the browned beef to the pan.
- Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve immediately.
Observations
This dish is an excellent choice for a daily meal, perfectly balancing the protein of the beef with the crisp, fresh bite of the green beans. Follow the steps carefully to ensure the beef browns thoroughly before introducing the vegetables, which creates a deep, savory flavor profile.
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