Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a vibrant dish that combines tender beef with crisp broccoli in a savory sauce, making it a perfect low-carb lunch option. This dish is quick to prepare and delivers great flavor while keeping your carb count low.

Ingredients

• Beef sirloin - 250 grams, thinly sliced
• Broccoli florets - 200 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons, low-sodium
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced beef to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until browned.
3. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
6. Return the beef to the skillet, pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using), and stir well to combine.
7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce slightly thickens.
8. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from broccoli, promoting overall health.

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