Keto beef cabbage stir fry (Print Version)
Tender beef and crisp cabbage stir fry seasoned with ginger, garlic, and sesame oil; quick and keto-friendly.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Beef
01 - 1.1 lbs flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tbsp coconut aminos or tamari
03 - 1 tsp sesame oil
04 - 1/2 tsp salt
05 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Vegetables
06 - 1 small head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
07 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
08 - 3 green onions, sliced
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
→ Sauce
11 - 2 tbsp coconut aminos or tamari
12 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
13 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
14 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes
→ Cooking Oil
15 - 2 tbsp avocado oil
# Steps:
01 - Combine beef with 1 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tsp sesame oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss well and let marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - Mix together remaining coconut aminos, rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add marinated beef in a single layer and stir fry for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
04 - Add remaining 1 tbsp avocado oil to the skillet. Add garlic, ginger, and green onions. Stir fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add cabbage and carrot. Stir fry for 4–5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften but remain crisp.
06 - Return beef and any juices to the skillet. Pour in prepared sauce and toss everything together. Stir fry for 2 minutes until heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with extra green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Ready in thirty minutes which means dinner happens fast
- One pan means less cleanup and more time to relax
02 -
- Do not overcrowd the pan or the beef will steam instead of sear
- Work quickly once you start cooking because stir fry waits for no one
03 -
- Freeze the beef for thirty minutes before slicing for thin even strips
- Use a well seasoned wok or cast iron for the best sear