Zucchini Noodles Stir-Fry with Ground Beef and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

A quick stir-fry combining tender zucchini noodles and flavorful ground beef with a savory sesame sauce, ideal for a low-carb keto meal. This Asian Fusion-inspired keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs zucchini, ground beef, sesame oil 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 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

• 3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
• 1 lb (85% lean) ground beef
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
• 2 sliced green onions
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 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 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking up meat with a spatula, until browned and cooked through. Remove beef and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 3 medium spiralized zucchini noodles to the skillet along with 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until noodles soften but remain slightly crisp.
4. Step 4: Return cooked ground beef to the skillet and toss everything together for 1 minute until heated through and coated in sauce.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.