Cook the rice: Bring 1 cup salted water to a boil in a medium pot. Once boiling, add rice. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat until meal is ready.

Prep: Wash and dry all produce. Trim and quarter Brussels sprouts lengthwise. Peel and cut carrot on a diagonal into thin slices. Thinly slice scallions, keeping whites and greens separate. Thinly slice jalapeño, removing ribs and seeds if you prefer less heat. Peel and mince ginger. Halve lemon.

Sear the steak: Heat a drizzle of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Season sirloin tips on all sides with salt and pepper. Sear until browned, 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside.

Start the stir-fry: Add Brussels sprouts, carrots, and as much jalapeño as you like to same pan. Toss until veggies are just barely tender, 5-6 minutes

Finish the stir-fry: Add scallion whites and ginger. Toss until veggies are softened, 3-5 minutes. Add soy sauce, steak, and a squeeze of lemon. Toss until steak is cooked to desired doneness, 2-3 minutes

Serve: Fluff rice with a fork. Serve stir-fry on a bed of rice, top with scallion greens, and enjoy!