Chinese Spicy Sesame Beef Stir-Fry

Directions

Combine beef strips with 1½ tablespoons sesame seeds in small bowl. Toss to coat well.

Cut florets off broccoli stalk. Peel stalk and thinly slice cosswise. Combine broccoli florets and stalk with yellow pepper in medium bowl.

Stir broth, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, and crushed red pepper in small bowl until cornstarch dissolves.

Heat 1½ tablespoons oil in wok or heavy large skillet over high heat. Add beef and stir-fry until brown, about 2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer beef to plate.

Heat remaining 1½ tablespoons oil in wok.

Add broccoli and peppers, stir-fry for one minute then cover wok for 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, stir-fry for one minute. Add beef and accumulated juices from plate.

Simmer until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 1 minute. Transfer beef mixture to platter. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds if desired and serve.