Hoisin Beef Stir Fry

Place the rice into a sieve and rinse it with cold tap water until it runs clear. Place the rice and hot water in a medium pot and bring to the boil over a high heat. Cover with a lid and reduce the heat to medium. Simmer, covered, for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is soft and the water has absorbed.

Meanwhile, combine the hoisin sauce, water, lemon juice, ginger, and garlic in a small bowl. Place the beef strips in a separate non-metallic bowl and add half of the hoisin mixture. Toss to coat and set aside for 15 minutes. (This is a good time to prepare the vegetables).

Once the beef has finished marinating, heat a large wok or frying pan over a high heat. Add half of the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the wok. Add the beef strips, in batches for 1-2 minutes or until just cooked. Transfer to a bowl. Wipe the wok clean with paper towel.

Place the wok back over a high heat and add the remaining oil. Add the brown onion, red capsicum, snow peas and bok choy. Stir fry for 2 minutes or until the vegetables are just tender. Return the beef to the wok with the remaining hoisin mixture. Stir fry for 1 minute or until heated through. Season to taste with black pepper.