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Spicy Beef and Broccolini Stir Fry

Course Mains
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1-1 1/2 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 tablespoons safflower oil
  • 10-12 broccolini stalks, halved crosswise
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped or grated
  • 1 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and minced or grated
  • 1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek chili paste
  • 1/2 cup Tamari
  • 3 tablespoons raw honey
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced, plus more for serving
  • steamed rice for serving
  • toasted sesame seeds for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine the steak with the cornstarch. Toss to coat.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • When the oil shimmers, working in batches, add the steak and cook until browned, 2 minutes per side. Transfer the steak to a plate.
  • To the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of the oil and the broccolini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until bright green and tender, 4-5 minutes. Transfer the broccolini to the plate with the steak.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Give the pan a minute to adjust. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, the garlic, ginger, and Sambal Oelek. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup of water, the soy sauce, and the honey. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. cook until slightly thickened, 3-5 minutes. Return the steak and broccolini to the pan, tossing to coat in the sauce. Cook until warmed through, 1-2 minutes. Stir in the green onions.
  • To serve, spoon the beef and broccolini over the rice. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and more green oinion.