Kikkoman Beefs Up Winter Warmers

Banish those autumn chills with a cosy night in - draw the curtains, light some candles, snuggle under a blanket and tuck into a comforting, home-cooked soup or stew. It's a sure fire way to warm the body and lift your spirits. Although hearty meals are filling, this does not mean they have to be stodgy or unhealthy. It's all down to the flavoursome ingredients and seasoning which makes a dish full-bodied and satisfying, and this is where Kikkoman Soy Sauce works its magic.

Made with just 4 ingredients - soybeans, wheat, salt and water, Kikkoman Soy Sauce contains no additives so you know you are putting only natural seasoning into your home-cooked food. Add a splash to soups, casseroles and gravies for a rich, aromatic taste. So versatile, Kikkoman Soy sauce truly is an indispensable store cupboard item.

To help inspire you to create some delicious meaty meals, try this recipe from Kikkoman - Chunky Beef Chowder. For more recipes www.kikkoman.co.uk

 

Chunky Beef Chowder.

An oriental twist to a classic West Coast American dish. This is a real warming meal in a bowl.

Serves 4
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes

 

Ingredients:

200g (7oz) basmati rice

1 tsp olive oil

2 red onions, finely sliced in wedges

1 carrot, peeled and very finely sliced

350g (12 oz) lean sirloin steak, thinly sliced into strips

4tbsp Kikkoman Soy Sauce

900ml hot beef stock

2tbsp black bean sauce

1tbsp hot chilli sauce

115g (4oz) baby spinach leaves

1tbsp chopped fresh coriander

 

Method:

1. Rinse the rice, place in a saucepan and pour in enough water to cover the rice by 2.5cm. Cook over a low heat, covered with a lid for 20 minutes.

2. When the rice has nearly cooked prepare the chowder. Heat the oil in a large wok or saucepan and fry the onions for 5 minutes. Add the carrots and stir fry for a further 2 minutes.

3. Add the beef strips and stir fry for 2 minutes. Add the soy sauce, stock, black bean sauce and chilli sauce. Simmer for 3 minutes. Stir the spinach leaves into soup and remove from the heat.

4. Spoon the cooked rice into four bowls and ladle the soup on top. Garnish with coriander and serve.

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