Lunch: Beef and Broccoli with Red Peppers

Recipe by Anna Watson Carl Your typical takeout order has nothing on this homemade version.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli

Health and fertility benefits of Beef and Broccoli with Red Peppers

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system.

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. jasmine rice
kosher salt
1/2 c. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar
3 tbsp. brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1 tbsp. grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp. Sriracha sauce
2 tbsp. canola oil, divided
1 lb. skirt steak, thinly sliced
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
Crushed red pepper flakes, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Combine rice, salt, and 2 1/4 cups water in a medium-sized pot with tight-fitting lid. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until all water is absorbed, 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let sit 10 minutes (no peeking!). Remove lid and fluff with a fork.
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, cornstarch, ginger, and Sriracha.
Heat oil in a large deep-sided skillet. Cook steak in batches until nicely browned, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Add remaining oil to skillet along with broccoli and red pepper and cook until broccoli is bright green, 1 to 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup water and let steam, covered, until vegetables are tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.
Add sauce and steak to skillet and bring to a boil. Let simmer until thickened, 3 minutes more.
Serve beef and broccoli with cooked rice and garnish with crushed red pepper, if using.

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