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.

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