Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli

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Quick and flavorful stir-fry with tender flank steak and crisp broccoli in a savory-sweet sauce. This asian-inspired keto ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced flank steak, avocado oil, minced garlic cloves 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 weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned but still pink inside. Remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender with bright green color.
  5. Step 5: Return steak to the skillet, then add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 tsp powdered erythritol. Toss to coat and cook for 1 minute until heated through and sauce thickens slightly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep thinly sliced flank steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli?

Asian keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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