Beef and Broccoli with Garlic-Sesame Sauce and Cauliflower Rice

This healthy and flavorful Beef & Broccoli stir-fry features tender sirloin, crisp broccoli, and a savory-sweet sauce, all served over garlicky cauliflower rice for a low-carb twist on a takeout classic.

This Beef & Broccoli stir-fry is a delicious and healthier spin on a takeout favorite, featuring tender slices of top sirloin marinated for maximum flavor, quickly seared to perfection, and tossed with crisp-tender broccoli in a savory, slightly sweet sauce with hints of garlic, ginger, and sesame. Served over a bed of fluffy cauliflower rice seasoned with garlic and a splash of soy sauce, this dish is both satisfying and low in carbs.

Servings

2

Prep Time

30 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Total Time

55 minutes

For the Beef & Broccoli
8 ounces top sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot starch
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil (for stir-frying)
4 cups broccoli florets
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1–2 tbsp water (for steaming broccoli)

For the Sauce
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
½ tsp chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 tsp cornstarch (for thickening)

For the Cauliflower Rice
1 medium head cauliflower (or 4 cups pre-riced)
1 tbsp olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Splash of soy sauce for flavor

Preparing the Beef
In a bowl, toss 8 ounces top sirloin (thinly sliced against the grain) with 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or arrowroot starch) and 1 tablespoon soy sauce until evenly coated. Let it sit for about 10–15 minutes to tenderize and absorb flavor.

Preparing the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, ½ teaspoon chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes (optional), and 1 teaspoon cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.

Cooking the Cauliflower Rice
Rice 1 medium head cauliflower (or use 4 cups pre-riced) if needed. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the cauliflower rice. Season with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper, stirring to combine. Cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy. Add a splash of soy sauce for flavor, stir, and set aside.

Cooking the Broccoli
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add 4 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for about 2–3 minutes. Add 1–2 tablespoons water, cover briefly, and let the broccoli steam for another 2–3 minutes until bright green and just tender. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Cooking the Beef
In the same pan, add a bit more oil if needed and cook the marinated beef for about 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned and just cooked through.

Combining and Finishing
Return the broccoli to the pan along with 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir everything together, cooking for another 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.

Serving
Serve the beef and broccoli hot over the cauliflower rice, allowing the savory sauce to soak into the base for maximum flavor.