Ginger Beef and Broccoli Bowl
A quick, satisfying bowl featuring seared flank steak and tender-crisp broccoli. Packed with protein and fiber to provide sustained energy and prevent afternoon crashes.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 20-minute game plan
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Storage: This recipe scales up beautifully. Double the ingredients and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep cloves garlic (minced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Next: Heat the sesame or olive oil in…
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Heat the sesame or olive oil in…
Heat the sesame or olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Slice the flank steak thinly against the…
Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain (about 1/4 inch thick). Add the steak to the pan, season with a pinch of black pepper, and sear for 2 to 3 minutes until browned. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan
In the same pan, add a bit more oil if dry, along with the minced garlic and grated ginger. Sizzle for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Toss in the broccoli florets and water
Toss in the broccoli florets and water. Cover the skillet and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp and bright green.
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Return the cooked steak to the pan
Return the cooked steak to the pan. Pour in the soy sauce and toss everything together for 1 minute until evenly coated and warmed through.
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Divide the warm brown rice between two…
Divide the warm brown rice between two bowls and generously top with the beef and broccoli mixture.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Slicing trick
Slicing trick: Place the flank steak in the freezer for 15 minutes before cutting. Firmer meat is much easier to slice thinly against the grain.
Storage
Storage: This recipe scales up beautifully. Double the ingredients and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
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