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Weeknight FAVOURITES

MONGOLIAN BEEF NOODLES

SERVES 4 PREP AND COOK: 20 MINS

250g dried thin egg noodles
500g beef stir-fry strips
1 tblsp vegetable oil
2 tsps bottled crushed garlic
120g sachet ready sauce for Mongolian lamb
1 tblsp soy sauce
650g broccoli, cut into florets
1 large red capsicum, cut into thin strips
5 green spring onions, cut into 5cm lengths

1 Prepare noodles according to packet directions.

2 Toss beef with the oil and garlic in a bowl.

3 Combine the sauces with ¼ cup of water in a small jug. Mix well.

4 Place broccoli in a shallow, microwave-safe dish with 1 tblsp of water. Cover and microwave on High (100% power) for 2 minutes. Drain.

Heat an oiled, large, non-stick wok over a high heat. Add beef in two batches. Stir-fry for about 3 minutes, or until browned. Remove from

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