Stir-Fry Vegetables with Steak

Directions 1. Lightly crush the Szechuan peppercorns in a mortar and pestle until coarsely ground. Drizzle the steak with olive oil. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, pepper, and the crushed peppercorns. Rub these all over the steak. Use a vegetable peeler to peel the carrot into long ribbons and set them aside.

Preheat a grill pan over high heat until really hot. Cook the steak for about 7 to 8 minutes, or until browned and caramelized on the outside, but pink inside, turning it every minute or so. Brush some of the mustard over the steak toward the end of cooking. Once cooked to your liking, move the steak to a cutting board to rest.

Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Preheat a large wok or frying pan over a high heat. Once really hot add about 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and the sliced ginger, garlic, and vegetables, except for the carrot and kale. Cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly, then add the carrot and kale and continue to cook and stir. Season with a splash or two of soy sauce and toss in the cooked noodles. Take wok off heat. Divide this vegetable mixture between serving bowls. Slice the steak thinly and divide between bowls; drizzle the resting juices from the meat all over everything. Sprinkle with the cilantro leaves. Makes 2 servings, plus leftover vegetables and noodles. *Chiles contain oils that may burn skin and eyes. Wear plastic gloves and wash hands after handling.