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Spicy Hot Bean Curd with Minced Beef

300 g topside mince
1 medium-sized onion, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons finely chopped ginger
1/2-1 tablespoon Chinese hot bean paste
1-2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
500 g soft bean curd, cubed
3/4 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon cornflour
large lettuce leaves for serving
1 Stir-fry the minced beef and onion in the oil for 4 [...]

Szchwan Seafood Stir-Fry

Makes 4 Servings
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach leaves
4 teaspoons dark sesame oil, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced and divided
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon dry sherry or sake
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into thin, 1-inch-long strips
1.5 teaspoons minced fresh or bottled ginger root
3/4 pound peeled deveined large uncooked shrimp, thawed if frozen
1/2 [...]

Cioppino

This is 4 servings
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup sliced celery, with celery tops
1 clove garlic, minced
4 cups water
1 fish-flavored bouillon cube
1 tablespoon salt-free Italian herb seasoning
1/4 pound cod or other boneless mild-flavored fish fillets
1 large tomato, chopped
1 can (10 ounces) baby clams, rinsed and drained (optional)
1/4 pound uncooked small shrimp, [...]