Apricot Beef with Sesame Noodles

by the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.


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Apricot Beef with Sesame Noodles
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients:
1
beef top sirloin steak (about 1 pound)

3
tablespoons Dijon mustard

3
tablespoons soy sauce

2
packages (3 ounces each) uncooked ramen noodles

2
tablespoons vegetable oil

2
cups (6 ounces) snow peas

1
medium red bell pepper, cut into cubes

3/4
cup apricot preserves

1/2
cup beef broth

3
tablespoons chopped green onions

2
tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, divided



Preparation:
1.
Cut beef lengthwise in half, then crosswise into 1/4-inch strips. Combine beef, mustard and soy sauce in medium resealable food storage bag. Seal bag. Shake to evenly distribute marinade; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

2.
Cook noodles according to package directions, omitting seasoning packets.

3.
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add half of beef with marinade; stir-fry 2 minutes. Remove to bowl. Repeat with remaining beef and marinade. Return beef to skillet. Add snow peas and bell pepper; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add noodles, preserves, broth, onions and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds. Cook 1 minute or until heated through. Top with remaining sesame seeds before serving.


Kitchen How-To: Toast sesame seeds in a dry, heavy skillet over medium heat 2 minutes or until golden, stirring frequently.

Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Protein 35 g
Fiber 6 g
Carbohydrate 89 g
Cholesterol 105 mg
Total Fat 25 g
Calories 690
Sodium 2018 mg
Dietary Exchange:
Fat 2-1/2
Meat 3
Vegetable 2
Starch 5


This recipe appears in: Asian