1/2 cup sesame oil (not Oriental)
6 to 8 fresh mushrooms, quartered
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 pound top sirloin steak, cooked and sliced into thin strips
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, quartered
2 avocados, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
Prepare broccoli into flowerets and steams Stir-fry the stems in 1/4 cup of oil in a large deep skillet for 2 minutes. Add flowerets and continue to stir-fry for 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Transfer to large serving bowl. Stir-fry mushrooms in remaining oil for 4 minutes. Add to broccoli.
In a small bowl, mix vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and sugar together. Pour over vegetables and mix well. Stir in beef, artichoke hearts and avocado chunks. Chill for 3 to 4 hours. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds just before serving.
Makes 4 to 6 servings.