Asian-Style Beef Meatloaf with Ginger Soy Glaze, Sesame Potatoes, and Stir-Fried Snow Peas

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine 500g ground beef, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 egg, 50g breadcrumbs, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce. Mix until just combined.

3. 3

   Shape the beef mixture into a loaf and place it on a lined baking tray or in a loaf pan.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 tablespoons ketchup, and 1 tablespoon rice vinegar to make the glaze.

5. 5

   Brush half of the glaze over the meatloaf. Reserve the rest for later.

6. 6

   Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, brush with the remaining glaze and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through.

7. 7

   While the meatloaf is baking, peel and cut 400g potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Boil in salted water for 10-12 minutes until tender, then drain.

8. 8

   Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the drained potatoes and sauté for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden. Season with salt to taste.

9. 9

   In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add 200g snow peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender. Season with a pinch of salt.

10. 10

    Once the meatloaf is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

11. 11

    Serve slices of meatloaf with sesame potatoes and stir-fried snow peas. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped scallions.