Beefed-Up Tropical Fried Rice

Something the kids and husband like. Easy on the cook, too.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 5

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 1  lb beef flank steak, cut in half lengthwise,then cut crosswise into thin strips
• 2 -3  cloves garlic, minced
• 1  teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1⁄2-1  teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 (16 ounce) package  frozen peas and carrots, thawed
• 3  cups  cold cooked rice
• 1⁄2 cup soy sauce
• 3  tablespoons sugar
• 1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained with juice reserved

Directions

1. Let the oil get hot in an electric wok preheated to 400°, or in a stove-top wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef, garlic, red pepper flakes, and ginger; stir and saute for 4-5 minutes or until the beef is browned.
3. Add in the peas/carrots, rice, and soy sauce; stir to combine.
4. Mix together the sugar and reserved pineapple juice in a small bowl; add to the wok along with the pineapple tidbits; stir to combine.
5. Cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until well heated.
6. Serve.