Keto friendly beef cabbage stir fry (Printable)

Tender beef and crisp cabbage cooked rapidly in a savory sauce for a flavorful low-carb meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Beef and Marinade

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

→ Stir Fry 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

# How to Make:

01 - Combine sliced beef with 1 tablespoon coconut aminos, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat and let marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Whisk together remaining coconut aminos, rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and chili flakes in a small bowl until well blended. Set aside for later use.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until smoking. Add marinated beef in a single layer and stir fry for 2 to 3 minutes until browned on edges. Remove beef and accumulated juices from skillet and set aside.
04 - Add remaining 1 tablespoon avocado oil to the hot skillet. Add garlic, ginger, and green onions. Stir fry constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
05 - Add cabbage and carrot to the skillet. Stir fry for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften but maintain a crisp texture. The cabbage should be wilted but still have crunch.
06 - Return beef and any reserved juices to the skillet. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss everything together vigorously. Stir fry for an additional 2 minutes until heated through and well coated. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The beef stays incredibly tender while the cabbage keeps a satisfying crunch in every bite
  • It comes together in under 30 minutes making it perfect for busy weeknights
  • The sauce creates that restaurant quality flavor without any sugar or hidden carbs
02 -
  • High heat is non negotiable here, medium heat will make the cabbage steam instead of stir fry
  • Dont crowd the pan when searing beef or it will turn gray and tough instead of getting that gorgeous brown crust
  • Coconut aminos are sweeter than soy sauce, taste your sauce before adding any sweetener
03 -
  • Freeze your beef for 20 minutes before slicing to get paper thin strips effortlessly
  • Pat the beef completely dry before marinating for better sear marks
  • Keep all ingredients cut and measured before turning on the stove

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