Stir-Fried Chinese Pepper Steak with Sesame Oil

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Thin strips of sirloin stir-fried with fresh garlic and a hint of sesame oil for a flavorful low-carb keto dish. This chinese-inspired stir fry (keto, low carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs pound, thinly sliced sirloin steak, tablespoon sesame oil, minced garlic clove for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large wok or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking, about 1 minute.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 minced garlic clove and 1 teaspoon grated ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 pound thinly sliced sirloin steak strips to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned but still tender.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 1 medium sliced green bell pepper and 2 sliced scallions, stir-frying for an additional 2 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 2 tablespoons soy sauce and sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, stir well to combine and cook for 1 more minute until sauce coats the steak and vegetables evenly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chinese Pepper Steak with Sesame Oil take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Stir-Fried Chinese Pepper Steak with Sesame Oil?

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 Stir-Fried Chinese Pepper Steak with Sesame Oil?

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 Chinese Pepper Steak with Sesame Oil 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 Stir-Fried Chinese Pepper Steak with Sesame Oil 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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