Name: Spicy Hoisin Beef with Zesty Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 500g/1lb 2oz beef mince; ½ tsp baking powder; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4, crushed garlic cloves; 6 tbsp hoisin sauce; 1 tbsp tomato purée; 1–2 tbsp light soy sauce; ½ tbsp sesame oil; 1 tsp dried red chilli flakes; 1 tbsp sesame seeds; 2 tbsp, toasted and chopped cashews; 4, chopped, greens and whites separated spring onions; ½, cut into chunks cucumber; 2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar; 2 tbsp crispy chilli oil; ½ tsp caster sugar; to taste salt

Spicy Hoisin Beef with Zesty Cucumber Salad

This enticing dish combines the rich flavors of succulent beef with the vibrant tang of a cucumber salad. The beef is seasoned with a blend of hoisin sauce and a hint of ginger, providing a delightful umami experience. Paired with a refreshing salad dressed in a tangy vinaigrette, this meal offers a perfect balance of spice and freshness. Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner that doesn't sacrifice on taste.

Serves 2

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500g/1lb 2oz beef mince
½ tsp baking powder
2 tbsp vegetable oil
4, crushed garlic cloves
6 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp tomato purée
1–2 tbsp light soy sauce
½ tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp dried red chilli flakes
1 tbsp sesame seeds
2 tbsp, toasted and chopped cashews
4, chopped, greens and whites separated spring onions
½, cut into chunks cucumber
2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar
2 tbsp crispy chilli oil
½ tsp caster sugar
to taste salt

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