Beef & Broccoli Stir-Fry

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Finely chop half of the ginger. Finely chop 1 large garlic clove. Trim scallions, then thinly slice on an angle. Trim stem ends from broccoli, then cut crowns into 1-inch florets, if necessary.

Step 2

In a measuring cup, stir to combine soy sauce, 1 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 2 teaspoons sesame oil.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add broccoli and ¼ cup water, cover and cook until broccoli is crisp-tender and water is evaporated, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate; wipe out skillet.

Step 4

Add 2 tablespoons neutral oil, chopped ginger and garlic, and half of the scallions to skillet over medium-high heat, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add beef and ½ teaspoon each of salt and pepper; cook, breaking up meat into large pieces, until browned, 3–5 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon flour, then return broccoli to skillet.

Step 5

Meanwhile, transfer rice to a microwave-safe bowl and season with salt. Cover and microwave on high until warm, 1–2 minutes. (Alternatively, bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add rice and cook until hot, about 2 minutes. Drain well.) Fluff rice with a fork and cover to keep warm.

Step 6

Stir sauce, then add it to skillet and cook, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pan, until sauce is thickened, 2–3 minutes. Serve rice topped with beef and broccoli stir-fry. Garnish with sesame seeds and remaining scallions. Enjoy!