Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Sesame Ginger Sauce
Quick and flavorful keto stir-fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp broccoli tossed in a sesame ginger soy sauce. This asian-inspired beef (keto, low carb) ready in about 20 minutes pairs thinly sliced 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 290 calories and feeds 3, 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.
Ingredients
- 10 oz, thinly sliced flank steak
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2, sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until shimmering. Add 10 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still tender. Remove steak and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil to the pan and toss in 3 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Return steak to the pan and add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes until sauce is fragrant and coats all ingredients.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Sesame Ginger Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 and Sesame Ginger Sauce?
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 and Sesame Ginger Sauce?
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 and Sesame Ginger Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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.
Is Beef Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Sesame Ginger Sauce keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My go-to stir-fry recipe. The ginger and sesame really shine. Made it for my parents and they loved it.
- ★★★★★
Loved this for a quick weeknight meal. The whole family asked for seconds!
- ★★★★★
This was a hit at my dinner party! The sesame ginger sauce was perfect with the beef and broccoli.
