Brazilian recipe
Minced beef with green beans
Minced beef with green beans is a staple of Brazilian home cooking, prized for its balanced flavor profile and quick preparation.
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Ingredients
400g minced lean beef (patinho)
200g green beans (approx. 20 pods)
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
200g green beans (approx. 20 pods)
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 lean minced beef at local butcher shops or the refrigerated meat section of supermarkets. Fresh green beans, onions, and garlic are available in the produce aisle. Standard pantry staples like olive oil, flour, and spices are stocked in the dry goods section.
Preparation method
- Take the beef out of the refrigerator shortly before starting so it reaches room temperature.
- Place the water in a small pot to heat over low heat.
- Wash the green beans thoroughly.
- Trim the ends and cut the beans 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 skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
- Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and spread the meat in small portions across the pan.
- Allow the beef to brown undisturbed for 1 minute.
- Season with salt, pepper, and sprinkle the flour over the meat.
- Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up the pieces and ensure even browning.
- Remove the browned meat from the pan and set aside in a bowl.
- Keep the pan over the heat and add the remaining olive oil and the onion.
- Add a pinch of salt and sauté the onion for 2 minutes until softened.
- Add the prepared green beans to the pan.
- Season with salt and pepper, sautéing for 2 minutes until lightly browned while maintaining a crisp texture.
- Add the minced garlic, paprika, and cumin.
- Sauté for 1 more minute until the spices become fragrant.
- Pour in the hot water gradually while scraping the bottom of the pan with a spatula to deglaze.
- Return the browned minced beef to the pan.
- Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce has thickened and coats the ingredients.
- Serve immediately.
Observations
This dish is a fantastic choice for everyday meals, striking a perfect balance between the savory depth of ground beef and the crisp freshness of green beans. Follow these steps to ensure the meat develops a deep sear before incorporating the vegetables, resulting in a cohesive and flavorful weeknight dinner.
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