Ingredients

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(Serves 4)

Beef & marinade:

1½ lbs flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos (you love low-sodium options!)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp avocado oil

Stir-fry base:

2 tbsp avocado oil
4 cups broccoli florets (you love fresh produce!)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

Beef and broccoli sauce (you control the sugar & sodium!):

¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
2–3 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup (blood sugar friendly—you love this!)
2 tbsp oyster sauce (or mushroom sauce for GF)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1½ tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry—for glossy finish)

For serving:

Sesame seeds
Sliced green onions
Optional: Cauliflower rice or jasmine rice

Instructions

1. Marinate beef:

In a bowl, combine beef with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp oil. Let sit 10–15 minutes (or up to 1 hour).

2. Blanch broccoli (optional but recommended):

Bring a pot of water to boil. Add broccoli; cook 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

3. Stir-fry beef:

Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add beef in a single layer; sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

4. Stir-fry broccoli & aromatics:

Add remaining oil to skillet. Add broccoli; stir-fry 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Add garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds more.

5. Make sauce & finish:

Whisk sauce ingredients (except slurry) in a bowl; pour into skillet.
Bring to simmer; stir in cornstarch slurry. Cook 1–2 minutes until thickened.
Return beef to skillet; toss to coat.

6. Serve:

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve over cauliflower rice if desired.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Slice beef thinly against the grain—ensures tenderness.
✅ Blanch broccoli first—guarantees even cooking without burning.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Use coconut aminos + low-sodium oyster sauce
→ Boost umami with extra ginger and garlic
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Sugar-free syrup keeps net carbs ultra-low
→ Add 1 tbsp chia seeds to sauce for fiber + glycemic control
→ Net carbs: 8g/serving
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Already compliant! <10g net carbs/serving
→ Increase healthy fats: extra sesame oil + avocado slices
✅ Make ahead:
→ Slice beef and chop broccoli 1 day ahead
→ Mix sauce 1 week ahead
→ Cook just before serving for best texture

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