Szechwan Beef Lo Mein

Method

• Cut steak crosswise into 1/8-inch strips; cut strips into 1 1/2-inch pieces
• Toss steak with garlic, ginger and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat
• Add half of steak to skillet; cook and stir 3 minutes or until meat is barely pink in center
• Remove from skillet; set aside
• Repeat with remaining steak
• Add vegetable broth, water, soy sauce and remaining 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes to skillet; bring to a boil over high heat
• Add vegetables; return to a boil
• Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, 3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender
• Uncover; stir in pasta
• Return to a boil over high heat
• Reduce heat to medium; simmer, uncovered, 2 minutes, separating pasta with two forks
• Return steak and any accumulated juices to skillet; simmer 1 minute or until pasta is tender and steak is hot
• Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired.