Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 14 teaspoon minced gingerroot
  • 1 grated lemon, zest of
  • 1 -2 tablespoon sodium soy sauce (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 lb boneless beef top sirloin grilling steak, cut across the grain into 1/8-inch thick slices (slices easier if slightly frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cups sliced cremini mushrooms or 3 cups brown button mushrooms or 3 cups white mushrooms
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced gingerroot
  • 1 carrot, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups reduced-sodium beef or 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 (3 ounce) packagesinstant ramen soup noodles, seasoning packets discarded
  • 2 green onions, sliced thin
  • 5 cups chopped bok choy

Method

  • Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together garlic, sugar, ginger, lemon zest, soy sauce and oil.
  • Add beef to marinade and stir to coat evenly.
  • Set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Saute mushrooms for 5 minutes or until starting to brown.
  • Add garlic and ginger; saute for 15 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Add carrot and broth; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes or until carrot has softened slightly.
  • Stir in noodles and bok choy; increase heat to high and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes or until noodles and bok choy are tender but not mushy and liquid is almost absorbed.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add beef mixture and cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned but still slightly pink inside.
  • Serve noodles in bowls, topped with beef and sprinkled with green onions.