Ginger Beef & Broccoli with Sesame
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Thin slices of beef and plenty of fresh ginger are the trick here - both cook in minutes, so the whole thing is done in the time it takes to boil the rice. The broccoli goes in with just enough water to steam-fry until emerald green and still crunchy, and a shower of toasted sesame seeds at the end gives it a nutty, savoury finish. Simple, fast and endlessly repeatable.
Ingredients
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Choose a product for sesame seeds - we add the cheapest by default.
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Choose a product for ground ginger - we add the cheapest by default.
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Choose a product for brown rice - we add the cheapest by default.
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Local shop500g lean beef steak, thinly sliced
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Local shop1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
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Local shop3 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce
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Local shop3 cloves garlic, crushed
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Local shop1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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Local shop4 spring onions, sliced
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Local shop1 tbsp sesame or vegetable oil
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Local shop1 tsp cornflour
Ticked items go to your Lean & Healthy basket. Fresh items like onions and herbs are best picked up from your local shop.
Method
Serves 4 · about 30 minutes from start to finish.
Cook the brown rice in boiling water for 25 minutes, or according to the packet, then drain and keep warm.
Toss the sliced beef with the ground ginger, cornflour and 1 tbsp of the soy sauce. Toast the sesame seeds in a dry wok until golden, then set aside.
Heat the oil in the wok over a high heat. Stir-fry the beef in two batches for 1-2 minutes each until just browned, then lift out.
Add the broccoli with a splash of water, cover and steam-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender.
Return the beef to the pan with the garlic, fresh ginger and remaining soy sauce. Toss for 1 minute until everything is coated and hot.
Serve over the rice, scattered with the toasted sesame seeds and spring onions.
Nutrition
Estimated per serving
Cook's tip
Pop the beef in the freezer for 15 minutes before slicing - it firms up just enough to cut into thin, even strips.
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