Lean Sesame Beef & Broccoli:
Brief Description: A lean, high-protein stir-fry featuring tender flank steak and crisp broccoli tossed in a savory ginger-soy glaze.
- Prep time: 15 mins
- Cook time: 10 mins
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- The Protein: 1 lb Flank Steak (thinly sliced against the grain).
- The Veggies: 4 cups Broccoli florets, 1 Red Bell Pepper (sliced), 2 cloves Garlic (minced).
- The Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Low-sodium Soy Sauce (or Coconut Aminos)
- 1 tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup
- 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger (grated)
- 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water to create a “slurry”)
- The Finish: 1 tbsp Sesame seeds and sliced Green Onions.
Instructions:
- Prep the Beef: Slice the steak into very thin strips. Pro tip: Freeze the meat for 20 minutes before slicing to get those paper-thin, restaurant-style cuts.
- Whisk the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, ginger, and sesame oil. Set aside.
- Steam the Broccoli: Add the broccoli to a large skillet with 2 tbsp of water. Cover and steam over medium-high heat for 3 minutes until vibrant green but still crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Sear the Beef: Wipe the skillet dry, add a splash of oil (avocado or olive), and crank the heat to high. Add the beef in a single layer. Sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Add the garlic and peppers for the last 60 seconds.
- Thicken & Toss: Add the broccoli back to the pan. Pour the sauce over everything. Stir in the cornstarch slurry. Toss for 1 minute until the sauce becomes a glossy glaze.
- Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve over cauliflower rice or a small portion of brown rice.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
Values are based on the recipe served as-is (without rice).
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1/4 of the total recipe).
- Calories: 310 kcal.
- Protein: 34g.
- Total Fat: 12g.
- Saturated Fat: 4g.
- Cholesterol: 70mg.
- Sodium: 620mg.
- Total Carbohydrates: 16g.
- Dietary Fiber: 4g.
- Sugars: 8g.
