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Hawaiian Beef Stir-Fry
The classic stir-fry would not be complete without Worcestershire Sauce and Beef. Try this variation using pineapple for a new taste sensation.

Preparation Time: 15 minutes		Cooking Time: 10 minutes
1/2 tsp	2 mL	cornstarch
2 tbsp	30 mL	Worcestershire Sauce
1 lb	500 g	Top Sirloin Grilling Steak, cut into 3/4 " (2 cm) cubes
1/4 cup	50 mL	ketchup
1 tbsp	15 mL	sugar
1	1	can (398 ml) pineapple chunks
1	1	green or red sweet pepper, cut into 3/4" (2 cm) pieces
1 - 2	1 - 2	cloves garlic, minced or 1/2 tsp (2 mL) garlic powder

In medium bowl, dissolve cornstarch and 1 tbsp (15 mL) Worcestershire Sauce. Add beef cubes and toss to coat. In small bowl mix ketchup, sugar and 1 tbsp (15 mL) each Worcestershire Sauce and juice from pineapple for sauce; drain pineapple. Brown beef in a large oiled skillet over medium high heat. Remove and set aside. In same skillet heat 2 tbsp (30 mL) water over medium-high heat; add peppers and garlic. Cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until water evaporates and peppers are crisp-tender. Reduce heat and stir in sauce mixture, pineapple and beef along with any accumulated juices. Heat through and serve over hot rice.

Makes 4 servings

Variation: For a Caribbean flavor add 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground cinnamon to the sauce.

Nutrition Information Per Serving:

254 Calories
22 g Protein
4.7 g Fat
32 g Carbohydrates

Chili Garlic Marinade: 1/4 cup 50 mL Worcestershire Sauce 2 tbsp 30 mL olive oil (or water) 2 tsp 10 mL each chili powder and crushed garlic

Mix marinade ingredients and pour over pierced steaks or kabobs in a shallow container or resealable freezer bag. For Grilling Steaks or Kabobs such as Top Sirloin, Strip Loin, Rib or Rib Eye, let sit 3 -20 minutes for flavour. For Marinating Steaks such as Inside Round, Outside Round, Eye of Round, Sirloin Tip or Flank marinade in the refrigerator for 12- 24 hours for optimum tenderness. Do not cook past medium.