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Make this Chinese restaurant classic at home in mere minutes. Serve with steamed rice to complete the meal.

Broccoli Beef

3 tablespoons peanut oil
1 pound round steak, thinly sliced
3 cups chopped broccoli
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup tomato ketchup
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1. In a wok or large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat and stir-fry round steak. When browned, remove meat and set aside.
2. Add broccoli, water, cilantro, red pepper flakes and garlic powder. Cover and cook 5 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, water, soy sauce, cornstarch and ginger. Blend well, then add to skillet with reserved meat. Bring to a boil and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.