Ginger Beef Stir-Fry recipe for managing PCOS and pregnancy on Fertility Chef

Lunch: Ginger Beef Stir-Fry

Each component of this tasty beef dish is stir-fried separately and then combined, ensuring a perfectly cooked result.

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Health and fertility benefits of Ginger Beef Stir-Fry

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Ingredients

2 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp. rice wine or sherry
3 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. Asian chili oil
1 lb. flank steak
5 tsp. vegetable oil
2 can broccoli florets
1/4 c. water
1 red bell pepper
1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
1 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 c. reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp. hoisin sauce
1/4 c. dry-roasted peanuts
cooked rice

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, rice wine, 2 teaspoons cornstarch and chili oil. Add beef; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate 20 minutes.
Meanwhile heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup water, cover and cook 2 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender and water evaporates. Transfer broccoli to a bowl. Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in skillet. Add bell pepper and stir-fry 1 minute or until just tender; add to broccoli. Heat 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in skillet. Add half of beef and stir-fry until browned, about 2 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Repeat with 1 teaspoon vegetable oil and remaining beef.
Combine remaining 1 teaspoon cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water in a cup. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in skillet over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic, stir-fry 30 seconds. Stir in broth and hoisin sauce; bring to a boil. Stir in cornstarch mixture, cook until it boils and thickens. Stir in beef, vegetables and peanuts, serve with rice.