Hoisin Beef Bowls

Ingredients

• 2 lbs 90% lean ground beef
• ¾ teaspoon baking soda
• 6 tablespoons hoisin sauce, (best quality such as Lee Kum Kee or Kikkoman)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic, (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger ((see note))
• 5 scallions, (sliced, light and dark green parts separated)
• Rice
• Chopped cashews
• Sesame seeds
• Shredded veggies, (such as carrots, lettuce or bell peppers)