Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Mushroom Cream Sauce
Beef strips and broccoli simmered in a rich mushroom cream sauce, ideal for a quick keto weeknight dinner. This asian (low-carb, high-protein) ready in about 30 minutes pairs flank steak, broccoli florets, mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 2, 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 ounces flank steak
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup mushrooms
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 1/2 cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon almond flour, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 12 ounces sliced flank steak and cook for 3 minutes until browned. Push steak to the side of the skillet.
- Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced mushrooms to the skillet, stir-frying for 5 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Return beef to skillet and pour in cream sauce mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Mushroom Cream Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Mushroom Cream 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 flank steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Mushroom Cream 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Mushroom Cream Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Stir-Fried Beef and Broccoli with Mushroom Cream Sauce low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, high-protein 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 kids devoured this! The broccoli stayed crisp and the beef was so tender.
- ★★★★★
Made this for date night and my partner called it 'restaurant quality'.
- ★★★★☆
Slightly bland, but the mushroom cream sauce was rich and creamy. Added extra garlic next time.
