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This recipe is derived from some basic Chinese and Thai beef and rice recipes. It has been softened to better compliment the palette and it’s not as spicy as it would traditionally be. If you are a fan of spicy foods, I would suggest adding more chili bean paste and experimenting with adding your own favorite pepper. Ingredients: 2 cups of rice 3¾ cups of water 4 tablespoons peanut oil 2 teaspoons salt 1 pound ground beef 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped garlic 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped ginger 2 teaspoons chili bean paste 1 teaspoon curry powder (can substitute curry paste) 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped green onions Ok, so: Cook the rice using the water in a large pot. Then heat a large skillet and add 2 tablespoons of the oil and the salt. Add the beef and stir-fry for about 4 minutes, or until the beef breaks apart well and is cooked thoroughly. Remove the meat from the skillet and set aside. Drain the oil and add another 2 tablespoons of oil to the pan...

You want a fun, easy recipe? Here ya go. You're welcome. What you will need: String beans (about 8 per person) 2 ounces black beans, soaked, rinsed and strained; pour hot water over the beans 1 teaspoon ginger, finely minced 1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced 2 tablespoons premium oyster sauce 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 teaspoon premium rice vinegar 1 teaspoon scallion whites, finely minced half red chili, finely minced Directions: Get a big pan, or a wok. If you have a wok, use the wok. It's sexier. Saute your ginger and garlic until a little bit golden. Throw in the rest of the ingredients and saute until heated through, about 5 minutes. Guess what? You're done. Yeah. Seriously. You're done.