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Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Asian Beef with Broccoli

Its unofficially recipe week here at CupcakesOMG!, have you noticed? Look, Id apologize, but I dont generally consider showering your eyeballs with gorgeous pictures of food and delicious-but-still-entirely-good-for-you-recipes worthy of an "Im sorry." Im sorry Im NOT sorry.

I guarantee nobody will be sorry if you make this paleo version of beef and broccoli.

Its kinda crazy to think that something as pure as a dish named after two healthy ingredients could be full of flour, sugar, and a slew of unpronounceable ingredients. Because, just in case you werent aware, thats how most Chinese food gets made. Dont get me wrong--I love me some good Chinese takeout, but even when you order something like "chicken with cashews", youre consuming the equivalent amount of sugar as one might find in a cupcake. And cupcakes are delicious, so just eat one of those, by God!

So the next time you find yourself craving Chinese, but not diabetic shock, this beef with broccoli is a fantastic option.

Its a one-pot/wok dish and it reheats incredibly, making it ideal for leftovers.

You could also serve it over cauliflower rice to get the full effect, but I felt like I was already going above and beyond with the sesame seeds.

If youre not a fan of beef, try it with pork or chicken. Matter of fact, Im gonna be making this all over again with chicken this weekend. Thats just one more tip for those of you who are trying to stalk me.

Beef with Broccoli
Makes 6-8 servings
Adapted from "Make it Paleo"

2 Tbsp. Toasted sesame oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. ginger, minced
1-2 lbs. beef, cut into 1" cubes (I bought what was on sale)
4-6 cups broccoli florets
1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup coconut aminos
salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp. red pepper flakes (optional)
1 Tbsp. white sesame seeds, for garnish

Heat sesame oil in a wok or skill over high heat.
Add garlic and ginger to wok, and saute for 2 minutes until oil is infused.
Add steak, stirring until browned on all sides.
Once steak is seared, add broccoli. Continue to saute over high heat.
Add green onion, and an extra tablespoon of oil if needed.
Add coconut aminos and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Continue to saute another 2-3 minutes, until all the flavors are combined.
Garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds to serve.

Monday, February 24, 2014

Chicken Broccoli

I recently made the winning recipe, "Fireside Chicken & Broccoli over Rice" for the family, who truly enjoys this dish. My 5-year-old, will ask, "Mom, are we having Chicken and Rice for dinner?" Then if the answer is, "Yes" he does the cutest little dance and chants, "Were having chicken and rice, chicken and rice!" My little Mr. Tyreeq!

So, on to my photo recipe demonstration

Lets jump right in!

(Note: I decided to use diced chicken thighs on this particular day to switch things up a little and was really flavorful!)


Ingredients pictured, except for butter and extra virgin olive oil


Add extra virgin olive oil, turn heat to med-high, then add chicken. Cook chicken just short of done.

Set chicken aside.


To the same pan add butter and onions to skillet

Once onions have softened, add minced garlic and blend.

Add the tomato paste. Then blend well.

Add flour and blend well while continuing to cook.


Add chicken stock slowly and whisk well.


Then add rosemary, once a boil begins.

Add chicken to pan, reduce heat and simmer for 40 minutes or until desired thickness.

Add broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking for crispness. Cook rice as directed.


Plate up and serve!! Yum-a-licious!!

Up close and personal to a special winning recipe! Tasty May Say!

Kind Regards,

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Chavon
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