Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry in Garlic Sesame Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-06-13

Tender strips of beef and crisp broccoli florets quickly stir-fried in a savory garlic sesame sauce for a satisfying low-carb dinner. This Chinese-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
• 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks, sliced thin green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Remove steak and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same wok, add 2 tbsp sesame oil and 4 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and just tender.
3. Step 3: Add back the beef, then stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef and broccoli.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving.