Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Ginger-Sesame Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-02 · Updated 2026-07-02

A classic keto stir-fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp broccoli florets tossed in a savory ginger and sesame sauce. This Chinese-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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
• 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak and sear, stirring frequently, for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove beef and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and 4 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
3. Step 3: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the broccoli, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Return beef to the skillet, then add 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir well and cook for 2-3 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats all ingredients.
5. Step 5: Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.