Brazilian recipe
Ground Beef with Green Beans (Carne moída com vagem)
Ground beef with green beans is a classic dish in Brazilian cuisine, valued for its balance of flavors and quick preparation time.
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Ingredients
400 g ground beef (lean)
200 g green beans (approx. 20 pieces)
1/2 onion
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 cup water
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
200 g green beans (approx. 20 pieces)
1/2 onion
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 cup water
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets or independent greengrocers. For the ground beef, look for 'lean mince' at the butcher counter. Green beans are widely available fresh. If you cannot find fresh green beans, frozen beans are a suitable substitute, though you should adjust cooking time slightly to maintain texture.
Preparation method
- Take the meat out of the refrigerator a little before starting so it reaches room temperature
- Bring the water to a simmer over low heat
- Wash the green beans thoroughly
- Remove the ends and cut them into 1.5 cm pieces, using a diagonal cut
- Dice the onion into 1 cm cubes
- Peel and finely mince the garlic
- Heat a large pot or frying pan over medium heat
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and spread the meat in small portions around the pan
- Let the meat brown without stirring for 1 minute
- Season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle the flour over the meat
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally so the pieces break apart and brown evenly
- Transfer the browned meat to a bowl and set aside
- Keep the pan on the heat and add the remaining 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 lightly browned, keeping them crisp
- Add the garlic, paprika, and cumin
- Sauté for another 1 minute until the spices become aromatic
- Pour in the hot water little by little while scraping the bottom of the pan with a spatula
- Return the ground beef to the pan
- Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened
- Serve immediately
Observations
This dish is an excellent option for daily meals, balancing the protein of the beef with the crunch and freshness of the green beans. Follow the instructions to ensure the meat browns perfectly before incorporating the vegetables.
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