I don’t know how many of you are football fans? But for Seattle Seahawks fans, this was a day that will go down in history. All time BEST GAME EVER. There was heartbreak, aching disappointment, and then insane over-the-top-killing-it-AMAZING-plays happening. I cried like a baby when it was over (We Won by the way) and I saw our quarterback Russell Wilson crying.

Sesame Ginger Beef and Broccoli

Things have gotten so superstitious around here. Pete went to the game, so I decided to break tradition around here and go to my sisters with the little girls to watch the game. Well, that was a terrible idea. They have a large and very regular crew over there, and I think we were messing up the juju. The first half was such a disaster that people were taking “emergency” tequila shots and changing their shirts. I told them it was just me. So I seriously made the girls get packed up and we went the 6 blocks home and watched the second half in our usual spot. And as crazy as that sounds, we won. And how many other weirdo Hawks fans were doing the same insane stuff!? In the end nothing matters except for that we are going to the Superbowl for the second year in a row.

QUESTION: Would you rather go to the Superbowl if you could get the tickets? Or watch it from the comfort of your own couch?

Sesame Ginger Beef and Broccoli

So now, basking in the afterglow of our massive championship win, I want Chinese food. So I am making this Sesame Glazed Beef and Broccoli right now so that when my hubby shows up from his long wet, whiskey fueled fan day there is something hot and delicious to get into. And this dish is perfect for that. Hot on the heels of my Kung Pao Chicken perfection 2 weeks ago- this will not disappoint (much like the Seahawks). Enjoy!

Sesame Ginger Beef and Broccoli

 

Recipe: Sesame Glazed Beef and Broccoli

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (we used gluten free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 pound top round steak, very thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced or grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • toasted sesame seeds and steamed rice for serving.

Instructions

  1. In a large Ziploc, combine the sesame oil, sugar, soy sauce and vinegar, red pepper flakes and cornstarch and add the steak. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a large heavy pan or skillet (or wok) over high heat, let the pan get smoking hot.
  3. Add the vegetable oil and the ginger, garlic and broccoli and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the beef and the sauce and broth and sauté for another 3 minutes until the beef is cooked through, the broccoli is tender and the sauce has slightly thickened. Serve hot with steamed rice and toasted sesame seeds.

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 6 minute(s)

Number of servings (yield): 4

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I don’t know how many of you are football fans? But for Seattle Seahawks fans, this was a day that will go down in history. All time BEST GAME EVER. There was heartbreak, aching disappointment, and then insane over-the-top-killing-it-AMAZING-plays happening. I cried like a baby when it was over (We Won by the way) and I saw our quarterback Russell Wilson crying.

Sesame Ginger Beef and Broccoli

Things have gotten so superstitious around here. Pete went to the game, so I decided to break tradition around here and go to my sisters with the little girls to watch the game. Well, that was a terrible idea. They have a large and very regular crew over there, and I think we were messing up the juju. The first half was such a disaster that people were taking “emergency” tequila shots and changing their shirts. I told them it was just me. So I seriously made the girls get packed up and we went the 6 blocks home and watched the second half in our usual spot. And as crazy as that sounds, we won. And how many other weirdo Hawks fans were doing the same insane stuff!? In the end nothing matters except for that we are going to the Superbowl for the second year in a row.

QUESTION: Would you rather go to the Superbowl if you could get the tickets? Or watch it from the comfort of your own couch?

Sesame Ginger Beef and Broccoli

So now, basking in the afterglow of our massive championship win, I want Chinese food. So I am making this Sesame Glazed Beef and Broccoli right now so that when my hubby shows up from his long wet, whiskey fueled fan day there is something hot and delicious to get into. And this dish is perfect for that. Hot on the heels of my Kung Pao Chicken perfection 2 weeks ago- this will not disappoint (much like the Seahawks). Enjoy!

Sesame Ginger Beef and Broccoli

 

Recipe: Sesame Glazed Beef and Broccoli

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (we used gluten free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 pound top round steak, very thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced or grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • toasted sesame seeds and steamed rice for serving.

Instructions

  1. In a large Ziploc, combine the sesame oil, sugar, soy sauce and vinegar, red pepper flakes and cornstarch and add the steak. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a large heavy pan or skillet (or wok) over high heat, let the pan get smoking hot.
  3. Add the vegetable oil and the ginger, garlic and broccoli and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add the beef and the sauce and broth and sauté for another 3 minutes until the beef is cooked through, the broccoli is tender and the sauce has slightly thickened. Serve hot with steamed rice and toasted sesame seeds.

Preparation time: 10 minute(s)

Cooking time: 6 minute(s)

Number of servings (yield): 4

Recipe by Heather Christo (http://heatherchristo.com)