Ginger Beef Stir-Fry

Ingredients:
(makes about 4 servings)

• 7-8 brussel sprouts (optional)
• 3 tablespoons oil
• 4 inch ginger root, peeled and cut into matchsticks 
• 1 lb beef strips
• 6-8 green onions cut into thin strips (white half of the onion)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 small bunch (4-5 leaves) of basil (I cut mine into strips)
• Optional - 4 servings of cooked rice or udon noodles to serve with

Directions:

1. Steam your brussel sprouts (or boil or microwave or whatever the heck you want to do with 'em) just until slightly tender, shocked in cool water, and set aside.
2. Heat the oil in a wok or large skillet. Sauté the ginger for about 1 minute on medium heat. 
3. Season your beef (always season your beef before cooking!) and add to the pan.
4. When the beef begins to brown, add your brussel sprouts, green onions, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir-fry for about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. Toss your stir-fry with the basil and serve over/with noodles or rice. That's it!