Thai Orange Sesame Beef Wild Rice

Wai Leng Loke, Chicago, IL
2014 wild rice recipe contest finalist

1 lb ground beef
5 cups cooked wild rice
4 boxes (9 oz each) frozen Green Giant® Steamers Antioxidant Blend: Olive Oil Seasoning, prepared as directed on pkg
4 tbsp finely chopped fresh Thai basil
salt and pepper to taste

Sauce (whisk together):
4 tbsp canola oil
2 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp orange zest
3 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
3 tbsp tamarind sauce
2 tbsp fish sauce
1-1/2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp minced ginger
1/2 tsp chili flakes
1 tsp ground pepper

In large skillet, brown beef. Stir in remaining ingredients; heat through. Stir in sauce, combine thoroughly.

Recipe compliments of the Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice Council