Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

INGREDIENTS

• 1½ POUNDS flank steak or top round sirloin steak sliced into thin, 3-inch long strips
• 2 TABLESPOONS cornstarch
• 2 TABLESPOONS water
• Vegetable oil
• ½ onion sliced
• 1 red pepper cut into strips
• 1½ CUPS Stir Fry Sauce a double batch
• 1 head broccoli cut into florets
• Rice for serving
• Sesame seeds for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Whisk together the cornstarch and water in a medium glass bowl. Add the sliced flank steak and toss to coat the meat. Let the beef marinade for 15 minutes to tenderize the meat.
2. Prepare your stir fry sauce while the meat is tenderizing.
3. Heat a wok or heavy bottomed skillet over high heat. Drizzle with a small amount of oil. In two batches, sear the beef quickly on both sides. Do not overcrowd pan. Remove the beef and set aside.
4. Add the onions to the pan along with some additional oil, if needed. Stir-fry for a few minutes and then add the red peppers. Continue to stir-fry until the onions start to brown and soften. Toss in the broccoli florets and stir fry for another minute. Pour in the stir fry sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and return the beef and its juices to the pan. Stir fry for a 1 to 2 additional minutes to heat the beef through.
5. Serve immediately over rice or noodles and sprinkle with sesame seeds.