Sesame-Glazed Beef with Broccoli and Mushrooms

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Quick-cooked beef stir-fry with a savory sesame-ginger glaze, featuring crisp broccoli and earthy mushrooms. This chinese-inspired beef (keto, low carb) ready in about 20 minutes pairs beef sirloin, broccoli, mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over high heat until smoking. Add beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to skillet, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli and mushrooms, stir-frying for 4 minutes until broccoli is crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Return beef to skillet, add 2 tbsp soy sauce, and stir to coat. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the vegetables. Beef should be medium-rare when sliced.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sesame-Glazed Beef with Broccoli and Mushrooms 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 Sesame-Glazed Beef with Broccoli and Mushrooms?

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 beef sirloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Glazed Beef with Broccoli and Mushrooms?

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 Sesame-Glazed Beef with Broccoli and Mushrooms 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.

Is Sesame-Glazed Beef with Broccoli and Mushrooms 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.

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