Low-Carb Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

A quick, flavorful stir-fry with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a savory soy-ginger sauce, perfect for a low-carb dinner. This Chinese-inspired low-carb recipe (high protein), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs beef sirloin, broccoli, bell pepper 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, sliced into 1/4-inch strips beef sirloin
• 2 cups, florets broccoli
• 1, sliced bell pepper
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp, grated ginger
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a wok or large skillet, heat sesame oil over high heat. Add beef strips and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pan, add broccoli and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp water. Stir to coat and cook for 1 minute.
3. Step 3: Return beef to the pan. Add ginger and garlic, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in remaining 2 tbsp soy sauce and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the beef.
4. Step 4: Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.