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Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Prep and cooking time: 20mins

Complex carb portions, per serving: 0

Ingredients

Serves: 4

400g Tenderstem broccoli

700-800g flank or rump steak

2 tbsp sesame oil

1 red onion, finely sliced

2 garlic cloves, finely diced or minced

6cm fresh ginger, minced

1 handful fresh coriander, stems finely chopped and leaves roughly chopped

200g mangetout

3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

1 lime, cut into wedges

1 red chilli, finely sliced

1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

Method

  1. Place the broccoli in a heatproof bowl, cutting any thicker pieces in half lengthways. Cover with boiling water, add a pinch of salt, and leave for 10mins. Drain and set aside.

  2. Meanwhile, slice the steaks into finger-sized strips and season with salt and pepper.

  3. Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a wok or large frying pan, over medium heat. Fry the onion, garlic, ginger, and chopped coriander stems, until slightly softened.

  4. Add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil and the steak, and fry for 1-2mins, until lightly browned.

  5. Add the broccoli and the mangetout, and fry for a further 2mins.

  6. Add the soy or tamari sauce, a squeeze of lime juice, and the coriander. Toss together until well mixed.

  7. Serve with sliced chilli on top, a wedge of lime, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds (if using).

Second Nature special tip

To bulk out this recipe try adding in another portion of your favourite vegetables!