Hoisin Beef Bowls - Once Upon a Chef

Ingredients

• 2 pounds 90% lean ground beef
• ¾ teaspoon baking soda
• 6 tablespoons hoisin sauce, best quality such as Lee Kum Kee or Kikkoman (use gluten-free if needed)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if needed)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon 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