Ginger & Leek Beef Stir-Fry on This Morning

Niyi Olopade Brings the Heat: Ginger & Leek Beef Stir-Fry on This Morning

This week, This Morning viewers were treated to a burst of flavour as Niyi Olopade founder of the ever-popular Novice Kitchen returned to his roots in the very studio where his culinary journey began. Best known for whipping up irresistible sauces and leading supper clubs and cooking classes, Niyi seasoned the afternoon with a mouth watering Ginger & Leek Beef Stir-Fry that perfectly reflects his mission: to make cooking fun, accessible, and full of flavour. 

Why It Matters

It’s not just the dish that’s noteworthy. For Niyi, this appearance wasn’t simply a return to TV, it's a full-circle moment. Years ago, he 

honed his on-screen presence and cooking storytelling as a program assistant on This Morning. Now, he’s back, this time commanding the kitchen with the confidence of a chef-founder, bringing his vibrant brand to life in real time. 

The Star Dish: Ginger & Leek Beef Stir-Fry

This dish isn't just quick, it’s crafted for maximum impact in minimal time. Here's how it all comes together:

• The Ingredients You'll Need (Serves 2–3):
  
  

1. 200g thinly sliced flank or skirt steak
   
   

2. 5 tbsp light soy sauce
   
   

3. 1 tsp sesame oil
   
   

4. 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda (for velveting)
   
   

5. 1 tsp cornflour (optional, for silky texture)
   
   

6. Thumb-sized ginger, garlic, chilli, and sliced onion + leek
   
   

7. Dark soy sauce, fish sauce, and a touch of caster sugar for balance
   
   
   

• Quick Steps:
  
  

1. Velvet the Beef – Marinate strips in soy, sesame oil, bicarbonate soda, and optionally cornflour. Rest for 15 minutes.
   
   

2. High Heat Sear – Flash-fry beef in a smoking-hot wok, then remove.
   
   

3. Aromatic Stir-fry – Fry garlic, ginger, and chilli until fragrant, then toss in onion and leek.
   
   

4. Bring It Together – Return the beef with additional light + dark soy, fish sauce, and sugar. Stir-fry until everything is glossy and beautifully coated.
   
   

5. Serve over fragrant jasmine rice for the perfect finish.
   
   
   

Why It Resonates with Food Lovers

What makes Niyi’s cooking style so compelling is its combination of simplicity and flair. This isn’t showy or over-complex, this is real food that home cooks can make right now, even on busy mornings or hectic evenings. Plus, those tiny touches, a perfectly balanced sauce, sizzling aromatics, the silky marinated beef, showcase the chef’s attention to detail.

Final Thoughts

Niyi’s This Morning stint reminds us that great cooking can be both accessible and exciting. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned home cook, this stir-fry invitation is clear: get in the kitchen, have some fun, and cook with boldness.