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A skillet with a keto beef stir fry

Keto Sesame Garlic Beef Stir Fry

A fast, flavorful low-carb stir fry with tender beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory sesame-garlic sauce — all without seed oils or added sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian Fusion
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs thinly sliced been against the grain. Use land, sirloin or ribeye beef
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper I like white pepper when cooking Asian food

Vegetables

  • 1 small broccoli crown cut into florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow or orange bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Sauce

  • 1/3 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp fish sauce Optional
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1-2 tsp sweetener of choice Optional
  • 1 tsp xanthan gum OR arrowroot Arrowroot has some carbs

For Cooking

  • 1-2 tablespoons Avocado oil, beef tallow or coconut oil
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Tender Beef Trick (Highly Recommended)
  • Place sliced beef in a bowl with:
  • baking soda
  • water
  • salt
  • Mix well and let sit for 15–20 minutes.
  • Then rinse lightly and pat dry VERY well.
  • This simple velveting step makes inexpensive beef surprisingly tender.

Instructions

  • Make the Sauce
  • Whisk together:
  • coconut aminos
  • sesame oil
  • lime juice
  • fish sauce
  • red pepper flakes
  • sweetener if using
  • xanthan gum or arrowroot
  • Set aside.
  • Cook the Broccoli
  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add a little avocado oil or tallow.
  • Cook broccoli 3–4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove and set aside.
  • Sear the Beef
  • Increase heat to high.
  • Add more oil if needed.
  • Cook beef in batches so it browns instead of steaming:
  • about 1–2 minutes per side
  • Remove from pan.
  • Stir Fry the Vegetables
  • Add:
  • onions
  • bell peppers
  • carrots
  • Cook 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
  • Add garlic and ginger during the last 30 seconds.
  • Finish
  • Return broccoli and beef to the pan.
  • Pour sauce over everything and toss well.
  • Cook another 1–2 minutes until glossy and hot.
  • Top with:
  • sesame seeds
  • green onions
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • These work really well while staying keto-friendly:
  • Mushrooms
  • Snow peas (small amount)
  • Shredded cabbage
  • Water chestnuts (not super low carb but adds crunch)
  • Jalapeño slices
  • Crushed cashews or almonds

Notes

Nutrition Estimate (Per Serving)

Approximate, based on 5 servings:
  • Protein: 32g
  • Net carbs: 8–10g
  • Fat: 20g
  • Calories: ~350–420
The carrot amount keeps the carb count reasonable while still giving that classic stir fry flavor and color.
Keyword beef chili, dinner for two, keto, low carb asian, no seed oil