Zucchini Noodles Stir-Fried with Spicy Ground Beef and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

Quick stir-fried spiralized zucchini with savory ground beef, garlic, and a hint of toasted sesame for a satisfying keto meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs ground beef, zucchini, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (80% lean) ground beef
• 3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and 3 minced garlic cloves; cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking up the beef, until browned and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; cook for 1 minute to blend flavors.
3. Step 3: Add spiralized noodles from 3 medium zucchinis and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Toss gently and cook for 3-4 minutes until noodles are just tender but not soggy.
4. Step 4: Remove from heat, drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil, and sprinkle 2 sliced green onions on top before serving.