Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry.

INGREDIENTS :

1 1/4 lbs flank steak thinly sliced

1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil divided use

2 cups broccoli florets

2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 cup oyster sauce

1/4 cup beef broth or water

1 teaspoon sugar

2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil

1 teaspoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon cornstarch

salt and pepper to taste.

METHOD :

1. Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.

Add the broccoli and cook for approximately 4 minutes or until tender.

2. Add the ginger and garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds more.

3. Remove the broccoli from the pan; place on a plate and cover.

4. Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil.

5. Season the steak pieces with salt and pepper and add them to the pan in a single layer - you may need to do this step in batches.

Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.

6. Add the broccoli mixture back to the pan and cook for 2 more minutes or until warmed through.

7. In a bowl whisk together the oyster sauce, beef broth, sugar, sesame oil and soy sauce.

In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.

8. Pour the oyster sauce mixture over the beef and vegetables; cook for 30 seconds.

Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil; cook for 1 more minute or until sauce has just started to thicken.

9. Serve immediately, with rice if desired.

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