Savory Beef & Crisp Bean Sprout Skillet Toss

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🥢 Savory Beef & Crisp Bean Sprout Skillet Toss

A quick, sizzling stir-fry with juicy ground beef, crunchy bean sprouts, and aromatic ginger-garlic.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 cups fresh bean sprouts
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce

Optional (Highly Recommended)

  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp black or white pepper
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or Shaoxing wine
  • 1–2 green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Chili flakes or 1 tsp chili paste (if you want heat)

Instructions

1. Cook the Beef

  1. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart.
  3. Once browned, drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

2. Add Aromatics

  1. Add the onion to the beef and cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and ginger; cook about 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Build the Sauce

  1. Add:
    • 2 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
    • (Optional) 1 tsp sesame oil
    • (Optional) 1 tbsp rice vinegar or Shaoxing wine
  2. Stir well so the beef is evenly coated.

4. Add the Bean Sprouts

  1. Add the bean sprouts to the skillet.
  2. Toss on high heat for 1–2 minutes—just until they begin to soften but still stay crisp.
  3. Do not overcook; bean sprouts should remain crunchy.

5. Finish & Serve

  1. Taste and adjust seasoning (extra soy sauce or pepper).
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Serve with:

  • Steamed white rice
  • Fried rice
  • Stir-fried noodles
  • Or wrap in lettuce leaves for a low-carb option

Tips for Best Texture

  • High heat = crisp bean sprouts and no sogginess.
  • Don’t cover the pan (causes steaming).
  • Add sprouts at the very end for maximum crunch.

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