Sesame Ginger Beef
This recipe really nails the broccoli beef you would get from your typical Chinese takeout joint. And it's super easy to make.
What you will need
3 cloves Garlic
3 inches Ginger root
1 lb. Skirt Steak or Flank Steak
3 Tbsp Cornstarch
1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil
1 lb. Green Beans
1/4 cup Soy Sauce
1 Tbsp Rice Vinegar
1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds
3 Tbsp Sugar
(Nutritional facts 277 calories, 7.46 g fat, 33.97 g carbohydrates, 18.82 g protein, 23 mg cholesterol, 393 mg sodium)How to cook
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Peel garlic cloves and grate or crush to a fine paste.
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Peel the ginger with a spoon. Grate or chop finely.
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Slice up the skirt steak, against the grain, as thin as you can. This is a lot easier with a sharp knife.
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Toss the sliced beef with the corn starch to coat evenly.
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Pour the sesame oil into a heavy skillet over high heat.
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Add the steak and stir. Cook for several minutes to brown evenly.
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Toss in the sesame seeds.
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Stir in the crushed garlic and grated ginger. Toast briefly (30 seconds or so).
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Pour in the soy sauce.
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Add the sugar.
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Pour in the rice vinegar. Give it a stir. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Add the green beans. Check if ends are trimmed, if not, cut them off.
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Cover the pot and cook 3-5 minutes longer, just until the green beans are tender.
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Great over rice or noodles.
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How to Crush Garlic
Basic cooking techniques. Using the side of your knife.