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This stir-fry chicken and rice recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal, with tender chicken and crisp vegetables coated in a flavorful sauce and served over a bed of fluffy rice. It's a family favorite that's sure to become a meal rotation staple.

Instructions: Over high heat, heat a wok or large skillet. Swirl in the vegetable oil to coat the bottom of the pan. Stir-fry the sliced chicken for 3-4 minutes, or until browned. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp, with the minced garlic, sliced onions, and sliced bell peppers. In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and chicken broth. Stir-fry the chicken and vegetables for another minute, or until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly. Serve with hot cooked rice.

This recipe for Sesame Beef Strips with Broccoli and Rice is a delicious and simple way to make a flavorful Asian-inspired dish at home. Tender strips of beef are marinated in a sweet and savoury sauce before being stir-fried with fresh broccoli and sesame seeds. This dish is sure to please when served over a bed of fluffy rice.

Instructions: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, cornflour and water. Toss the beef strips in the bowl to coat. Allow for 10-15 minutes of marinating. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the vegetable oil. Saut for 1-2 minutes with the garlic. Cook the marinated beef in the skillet for 5-7 minutes, or until browned. Stir in the broccoli florets with the beef in the skillet. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender. Sesame seeds should be sprinkled on top of the beef and broccoli mixture. Serve the sesame beef strips over cooked rice with broccoli.

This gluten-free garbanzo bean hummus with garlic is a delicious and healthy dip that's ideal for parties, snacks, or as a sandwich spread. It's simple to make and high in protein and fiber.

Instructions: Combine the garbanzo beans, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, cumin, and salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and water until the hummus is creamy and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the hummus with gluten-free crackers or fresh vegetables in a serving bowl.

The delicate flavor of scallops is combined with the fresh crunch of asparagus and the hearty, slightly bitter taste of collard greens in this dish. Ideal for a nutritious and filling meal.

Instructions: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear scallops until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Place aside. Saut the garlic in the remaining olive oil in the same skillet until fragrant. Add the collard greens and saut for 3-4 minutes, or until wilted. Continue to saut for another 2-3 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp. Squeeze lemon juice over the vegetables and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Plate the vegetable mixture and top with the seared scallops. Serve right away.