Seared Sesame Beef with Wilted Greens
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Serves 4

Beef coated in sesame, garlic and crushed red pepper has a rich flavor and nutty, spicy finish. Served atop spinach tossed in a simple citrus-miso dressing, this meal can be prepared in a snap. Pair with a side of steamed brown or white rice.

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    Ingredients: 
    • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
    • 3 tablespoons red miso paste
    • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed tangerine or orange juice
    • 1 tablespoon canola oil
    • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
    • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, more to taste
    • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, mix of black and white if desired, more for garnish
    • 1 1/4 pound sirloin tip steak (about 1 1/2-inch thick)
    • 1 pound baby spinach
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    Method: 

    Whisk together ginger, miso paste and juice in a small bowl. Set aside.

    Preheat a large sauté pan over medium heat and add canola oil. Add garlic, crushed red pepper and sesame seeds and cook, stirring frequently, until toasted and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl. Increase heat to medium-high and add steak. Sear steak for about 4 minutes on each side for medium rare, about 6 minutes on each side for medium well. Transfer to a platter and spread with garlic-sesame seed mixture. Cover and let rest before slicing.

    Meanwhile, return pan to heat and stir in ginger-miso mixture, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Sir in spinach and toss to coat. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until just wilted. To serve, divide spinach among 4 plates. Slice steak thinly and arrange on top of greens. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.

    Nutritional Info: 
    Per Serving:360 calories (150 from fat), 17g total fat, 4g saturated fat, 70mg cholesterol, 870mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g dietary fiber, 8g sugar), 29g protein
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