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Sizzling Orange Beef with Zucchini and Cashews
stovetop cooking
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Cashews), Wheat, Soy
Chef
Nigel Palmer
You bring the sizzle on your stove, we'll bring ground beef, the fresh zucchini, the delicious orange sauce, and the instructions for putting it altogether. Now, do you have a table? Napkins? Non sparkling water at room temperature with a twist of lime? … we'll be quiet now.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 10 oz. Ground Beef
- 8 oz. Cilantro Lime Rice
- 1 Zucchini
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2 fl. oz. Orange Sauce
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1 oz. Roasted Salted Cashews
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½ oz. Wonton Strips
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⅖ fl. oz. Tamari Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp. Cornstarch
- ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) EOd5jJ3G
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Calories670
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Carbohydrates56g
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Net Carbs53g
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Fat36g
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Protein34g
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Sodium1310mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using Impossible Burger, follow same instructions as ground beef in Step 1, breaking up burger until warmed through, 5-7 minutes.
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If using steak strips, separate steak strips and pat dry. Follow same instructions as ground beef in Step 1, stirring occasionally until no pink remains and steak strips reach a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 4-6 minutes.
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If using ground pork, follow same instructions as ground beef in Step 1, breaking up meat until no pink remains and pork reaches a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 5-7 minutes.
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If using ground turkey, follow same instructions as ground beef in Step 1, breaking up meat until no pink remains and turkey reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes.
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1 Cook The Ground Beef
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
Add 1 tsp. olive oil, ground beef, and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pan. Break up meat until no pink remains and ground beef reaches a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 4-6 minutes.Drain excess liquid from pan, if desired.While ground beef cooks, prepare ingredients. -
2 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim zucchini ends, halve lengthwise, and cut into 1/4” half-moons.
In a mixing bowl, combine 1/3 cup water and cornstarch until cornstarch is dissolved. Set aside. -
3 Cook the Sauce
Add zucchini and a pinch of salt to hot pan. Stir occasionally until lightly browned and tender, 3-4 minutes.
Stir in cornstarch mixture to recombine. Stir in orange sauce, soy sauce, and cornstarch mixture. Bring to a simmer.Once simmering, remove from burner. -
4 Heat Rice and Finish Dish
Carefully massage rice in bag to break up any clumps. Remove rice from packaging. Place rice in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 Tbsp. water. Cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave until warm, 2 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping rice with ground beef mixture and garnishing with wonton strips, cashews, and red pepper flakes (to taste). Bon appétit!
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