Satay Style Beef and Pasta

Satay Style Beef and Pasta

Ingredients:

* 1 1/4 pounds boneless top sirloin, cut 1-inch thick OR 1 1/4 pounds top round steak, cut 1-inch thick
* 5 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, divided
* 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
* 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
* 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
* 6 ounces dry vermicelli
* OR
* 1 package thin spaghetti
* 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
* 1/2 cup cucumber, seeded and chopped


Making Satay Style Beef and Pasta:
1. Cut beef steak lengthwise in half and then crosswise into 1/8 inch thick strips. In medium bowl, combine beef and 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce; toss to coat.
2. In small bowl, combine remaining 3 tbsp. teriyaki sauce, peanut butter, 1 tablespoon water, ginger and red pepper. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions; drain and rinse. Toss pasta with peanut butter mixture to coat; keep warm.
3. Meanwhile, in large nonstick skillet or wok, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add beef (1/2 at a time) and stir-fry 1 to 2 minutes or until outside surface is no longer pink. (Do not overcook) Add to pasta; toss lightly. Sprinkle with chopped cucumber. Serve immediately.