Low Sodium Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Low Sodium Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry—a healthier twist on a takeout favorite! Succulent slices of marinated flank or sirloin steak are paired with crisp-tender broccoli, vibrant red bell peppers, and aromatic garlic and ginger, all coated in a luscious, low-sodium sauce made with soy sauce, honey, and beef broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for anyone looking to reduce sodium without sacrificing taste. Serve over steamed rice or quinoa for a balanced, nutrient-packed meal that's as satisfying as it is guilt-free. Garnish with sesame seeds for a finishing touch that adds both flavor and flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak or sirloin steak
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 piece garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup low sodium beef broth
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Start by thinly slicing the beef against the grain into bite-sized strips.
In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of low sodium soy sauce with 1 tablespoon of water and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Add the beef strips to this mixture and allow it to marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets, slice the red bell pepper, and slice the onion.
In a separate small bowl, combine the remaining tablespoon of cornstarch with the remaining tablespoon of water to make a slurry. Set aside.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef strips and stir-fry until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic, ginger, sliced onion, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet along with 1 cup of low sodium beef broth and the tablespoon of honey. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and let it cook for about 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
Return the beef to the skillet. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir well. Allow the sauce to thicken, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Season with black pepper to taste.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.8 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 318 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 1084 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 147.2 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2141 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
