Stir-Fried Beef with Kale, Mushrooms & Brown Rice

March 2, 2025 · 3 min read

Dear friends,
I would like to offer a brief introduction to our project, Hungry Safari – an idea that was born over a year ago and which has finally materialized today with the release of our first video. Take look at our welcome post and don't forget to come back here!

Now let's see the recipe.

Ingredients

400g beef
100g kale
300g brown rice
200g mushrooms
100g roasted peanuts
1 tablespoon toasted sesame
100g raisins
3 tablespoons soy sauce
Salt, pepper, oil, a touch of vanilla

Additional minor ingredients (not specifically detailed in the presentation):

Half a chili pepper
2-3 garlic cloves
A few extra raisins

Note: Butter does not appear during the initial ingredient presentation (it is not on the table) but is shown later when sautéing the mushrooms (30g is used).

Preparation

First, cook the rice (300g rice in 1 liter of water).
Next, slice the chili (it is sautéed together with the garlic).
Prepare the meat by cutting it into thin strips.
It is mentioned that beef tenderloin is used; however, beef thigh can also be substituted (this can be noted among the ingredients).
The meat is sautéed in a little oil.
Meanwhile, the rice is stirred (with a noted cooking time of 40 minutes).
Initially, the meat is sautéed, and the chili and garlic are set to sauté first.
During the process, only extra virgin olive oil is used (so only olive oil should be listed among the ingredients).
After the initial sauté, the meat is added back in.
Next, we prepare the cream – note that the cashews used must be raw.
The cream is made from cashews, salt, and one tablespoon of oil.
When the cream reaches the right texture, it is ready.
Vanilla is added to the cream.
Once the rice is cooked, salt is mixed in.
Soy sauce is drizzled over the meat, followed by the peanuts, then the cashew cream and kale (kale should be lightly cooked so that it retains its vibrant green color rather than turning brown).
Additional salt, pepper, and toasted sesame are added.
The cooking of the meat is stopped and the mushrooms are sautéed (they are sautéed in butter – although oil can be used as an alternative). Remember, the butter appears only at this point (30g).
As the mushrooms are from a can, they do not require long cooking – just a pinch of salt.
With everything ready, the final slicing is prepared.
It is also noted that my wife garnishes the dish, as usual.
A final taste confirms that everything is just right.
I look forward to you joining us in the next video.

Thoughts

Today's cooking session was a delightful blend of experimentation and family collaboration. I cherished every moment – from the initial nerves before filming to the teamwork that made the process seamless. Every ingredient, every little adjustment, and every shared laugh added to the charm of our culinary journey.

I'm excited about this first step on our Hungry Safari adventure. It's a story of passion and family ties in the kitchen. I hope you enjoy watching our process as much as we enjoyed creating it. Stay tuned for more episodes where we continue to explore, experiment, and share our love for cooking.

Until next time, keep cooking with love!

Love,
Yannis