Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry

Diabetic-Friendly Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry

✅ Why It’s Diabetes-Friendly

• Low in carbohydrates
• High in protein
• High fiber from broccoli
• No added sugar
• Uses low-sodium soy sauce

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🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
• 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (look for no-added-sugar version)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
• ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
• 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for light thickening)
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep sauce:
   Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, broth, and cornstarch (if using). Set aside.
2. Cook beef:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   Add beef in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook broccoli:
   In the same pan, add broccoli and a splash of water. Cover and steam 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
4. Add flavor:
   Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Combine:
   Return beef to the pan. Pour in sauce mixture. Stir 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Finish:
   Drizzle sesame oil and add red pepper flakes if desired.

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🍽 Serving Suggestions (Low-Carb Options)

• Serve over cauliflower rice
• Or with a small portion (½ cup) of brown rice if your carb plan allows
• You can also serve it in lettuce wraps

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📊 Estimated Nutrition (per serving, without rice)

• Calories: ~280
• Carbs: 8–10g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 15g