Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Broccoli and Cashews
A Whole30-friendly stir-fry featuring tender beef strips sautéed with fresh ginger, crunchy broccoli, and toasted cashews for satisfying texture. This asian-inspired beef (whole30, gluten free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, cashews, unsalted, fresh ginger, grated for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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
- 1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup cashews, unsalted
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1/2 cup unsalted cashews and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove cashews and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and 1 tbsp sesame oil to the hot wok. Add 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the beef is browned but still tender.
- Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets to the wok, pour in 3 tbsp coconut aminos, and continue stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Return toasted cashews to the wok, toss everything together for 1 minute to combine.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions, and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Broccoli and Cashews 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 Ginger Beef with Broccoli and Cashews?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Ginger Beef with Broccoli and Cashews?
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 Ginger Beef with Broccoli and Cashews 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 Ginger Beef with Broccoli and Cashews whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, dairy free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a busy weeknight! The ginger and cashews made it so aromatic.
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this! The beef was tender and the broccoli stayed crisp.
- ★★★★★
Amazing recipe, so simple but packed with flavor. Will make it again!
