Serves 4 • Prep: 15 mins • Cook: 15 mins • Total: 30 mins

Keto Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry — tender strips of beef cooked in a savory garlic-ginger sauce with crisp broccoli. This healthy, low-carb version of a takeout favorite is quick, delicious, and ready in just 30 minutes.

See the full recipe below 👇

🧾 Ingredients (4 servings)

• 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 3 tbsp avocado or olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos (or soy sauce)
• 2 tbsp beef broth
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp xanthan gum (optional)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (garnish)
• 2 green onions, sliced (garnish)

👨‍🍳 Instructions — Step by Step

1. Prep beef: Slice beef thinly against the grain for tenderness. Pat dry with paper towels to avoid steaming.
2. Blanch broccoli: Bring water to boil, cook broccoli for 1 min, then shock in ice water. Drain well.
3. Cook beef: Heat 2 tbsp oil in skillet/wok. Stir-fry beef in batches until browned. Remove and set aside.
4. Aromatics: Add remaining oil, garlic, and ginger to the pan. Stir until fragrant (~30 seconds).
5. Combine: Return broccoli and beef to the pan. Add coconut aminos, broth, sesame oil, vinegar, and pepper. Stir well.
6. Sauce: If too thin, sprinkle xanthan gum slowly while stirring until thickened.
7. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Enjoy hot!

📋 Nutrition Info (per serving)

• Calories: ~320 kcal
• Fat: ~21 g
• Protein: ~28 g
• Net Carbs: ~4 g

*Nutrition is estimated. Adjust based on your exact ingredients.*

🥘 Why this recipe works for keto

This stir-fry keeps carbs low by using coconut aminos instead of sugary sauces and skips cornstarch thickeners. Broccoli adds fiber and vitamins, while beef provides protein and healthy fats — making it satisfying and keto-approved.

🔁 Variations & Add-ins

• Spicy kick: Add chili garlic sauce or sriracha.
• Mushroom lover: Toss in shiitake or button mushrooms.
• Nutty twist: Sprinkle roasted peanuts or cashews (if fits your macros).
• Dairy boost: Top with parmesan for fusion flavor.

🧊 Storage Tips

Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet. Avoid microwaving too long, which can overcook the beef.

💡 You May Also Like:

• Keto Jalapeño Popper Dip — a creamy, cheesy, spicy dip inspired by jalapeño poppers
• Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip
• Keto BBQ Chicken Casserole — a hearty, low-carb comfort dish with shredded chicken.