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Irresistible New Years Meal Dinner Bowl with Steak Strips

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A hearty and impressive dinner bowl featuring tender steak strips, fresh veggies, and a zingy dressing, perfect for quick and satisfying meals.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) steak strips (flank or skirt steak, thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced (red and yellow)
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Marinate the steak: In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz (225 g) thinly sliced flank steak with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 1 minced garlic clove. Toss to coat evenly. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Prepare the base: Cook 2 cups of brown rice or quinoa according to package instructions (about 20 minutes). Fluff and keep warm.
  3. Cook the steak: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak strips in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned but still juicy. Remove steak to a plate and cover loosely with foil to rest.
  4. Sauté the veggies: Lower heat to medium, add another 1 tbsp olive oil. Add 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers and remaining minced garlic clove. Sauté for about 4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add 2 cups baby spinach and cook until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp honey, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Adjust to taste.
  6. Assemble the bowl: Layer 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa in each bowl. Top with sautéed veggies, steak strips, and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes.
  7. Finish and garnish: Drizzle dressing over the top, sprinkle sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when searing steak strips to ensure a brown crust. Rest steak for a few minutes after cooking to keep it tender. Use pre-cooked grains to save time. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce. For low-carb, swap quinoa with cauliflower rice. Avoid overcooking steak strips to prevent chewiness.

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