beef + noodle sir-fry (*vegan/ vegetarian option*)

ingredients:
1 lb. boneless steak, sliced into small strips (about 2" x 1/4" x 3/4") or 1 package tofu
3 T (tablespoon) olive oil
1 T (tablespoon) all-purpose flour
3 1/2 t (teaspoon) soy sauce
1 package (6 -8 oz) rice noodles
1 T (tablespoon) ginger (fresh root, finely chopped)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 bag (1 lb) broccoli + cauliflower (frozen) or other vegetables of your choice
2/3 cup beef broth (canned or from bullion cubes) or vegetable broth
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
1/3 cup honey (or substitute maple syrup or molasses)
1 t (teaspoon) sesame oil (regular or hot chili, omit if allergic)
1/4 cup sliced green onions

directions:
step 1)
toss beef (or tofu), 1 tablespoon olive oil, flour, and 1/2 teaspoon light soy sauce. refridgerate 15-20 minutes.

step 2)
soak rice noodles in cold water 10-15 minutes.

step 3)
heat skillet over high heat. coat with 1 tablespoon olive oil. add ginger and garlic, stir fry 30 seconds before adding frozen vegetables. stir-fry until tender yet crisp and remove from skillet.

step 4)
coat skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. stir-fry beef (or tofu, etc.) until brown (5-7 mins). remove meat from skillet.

step 5)
add broth, vinegar, honey or substitute, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, sesame oil to skillet. stir in noodles, heat to boiling and cook 1-2 minutes or until noodles are tender. stir in beef, veggies and onions, cook + stir 1 minute.

serve + enjoy! makes 6 servings.