Low-Carb Stir-Fried Beef with Broccoli and Garlic

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-25 · Updated 2026-04-25

Tender strips of beef quickly stir-fried with crunchy broccoli and bold garlic in a savory soy-ginger sauce for a healthy weeknight dinner. This Asian-inspired low-carb recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, 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 3, 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

• 12 oz, thinly sliced against the grain flank steak
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 5 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced flank steak and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned but still pink inside, then remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pan, add 2 tbsp sesame oil and 5 minced garlic cloves with 1 tbsp grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 3 cups broccoli florets, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1/2 tsp salt. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Return beef to the pan and toss together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and sauce coats everything evenly. Serve immediately.