Sesame Pepper Stir-Fried Sirloin Strips

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Thin strips of sirloin steak stir-fried with garlic and black pepper in sesame oil for a flavorful low-carb Asian-inspired dish. This chinese-inspired stir fry (keto, low carb) ready in about 18 minutes pairs pound, thinly sliced sirloin steak, tablespoon sesame oil, garlic clove, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 8 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 1 pound thinly sliced sirloin steak with 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 minced garlic clove and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add the seasoned steak strips in a single layer and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is browned and just cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 2 tablespoons soy sauce and continue stir-frying for another minute until the sauce slightly thickens and coats the beef.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sesame Pepper Stir-Fried Sirloin Strips take to make?

Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Pepper Stir-Fried Sirloin Strips?

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 tablespoon sesame oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame Pepper Stir-Fried Sirloin Strips?

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 Pepper Stir-Fried Sirloin Strips 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 Sesame Pepper Stir-Fried Sirloin Strips 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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