Sesame Beef With Broccoli

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I used thinly sliced tenderloin in this recipe, but sirloin or other good quality steak would work as well. This is delicious with Ramen noodles or rice. Garnish with extra sesame seeds and green onions for a great family meal. Have all ingredients ready, because cooking is quick and easy.

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

Sauce:

1/4 cup soy sauce, lite or reduced sodium
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons ginger paste or finely chopped fresh ginger root
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil or regular sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic chili paste
4 to 6 green onions, thinly sliced

1 pound tenderloin or sirloin or other tender beef, thinly sliced for stir-fry
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
sesame seeds and more sliced green onion, if desired, for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, hoisin, brown sugar, ginger, sesame oil, cornstarch, chili paste, and green onions. Set aside.

In a wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the peanut or canola oil. Add the beef strips and garlic; cook, stirring constantly, until browned. Remove to a plate and set aside.

Add the remaining oil to the wok or skillet and add the broccoli florets. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes, or until it begins to become tender.

Add the beef back to the pan along with the sauce mixture. Cook, stirring, until the sauce is thickened and beef is done as desired.

Serves 4 to 6.