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Stovetop~40 minComplexity

Sesame Beef Stir Fry

This Sesame Beef Stir Fry delivers 28g protein and 420 calories per serving — an efficient macro-balanced dinner for cutting phases. Quick stovetop prep makes 4 servings in one session, freeing up time after leg day. The beef provides complete amino acids while staying within lower-calorie meal targets.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Garlic(10g)
  • Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
  • Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(30g)
  • Vinegar, Rice(15g)
  • Sesame Oil, Toasted(15g)
  • Sesame seeds(15g)
  • Five-Spice Powder, Chinese(3g)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Beef Flank Steak, Boneless(454g)
  • Peas, Snow(240g)
  • Carrots(120g)
  • Green Onion (Scallion)
  • Low Sodium Beef Broth(60g)
  • Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(30g)
  • Honey(30g)
  • Vinegar, Rice(15g)
  • Garlic(8g)
  • Sesame Oil, Toasted(10g)
  • Ginger, Fresh Root(5g)
  • Cornstarch(5g)
  • Red pepper flakes(3g)
  • Vegetable oil(30g)

Instructions

  1. 1Mince the fresh garlic and ginger, then combine with low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, sesame seeds, and Chinese Five-Spice Powder in a bowl. Add the flank steak and coat evenly. Set aside for 15 minutes.
  2. 2Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the beef from the marinade, shaking off excess, and cook in a single layer for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on both sides and no longer pink in the center. Transfer the beef to a plate (work in batches if needed).
  3. 3Add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the snow peas, carrots, and green onions, and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. 4In a separate bowl, whisk together the low sodium beef broth, low sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced fresh garlic, toasted sesame oil, minced fresh ginger, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
  5. 5Return the beef to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over the beef and vegetables, stirring constantly over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
  6. 6Divide the sesame beef stir fry evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each portion.
  7. 7Seal the containers and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Nutrition — Per Serving

420

calories

28g

protein

27g

fat

Carbohydrates
20g
Saturated fat
6.4g
Sodium
643 mg
Dietary fiber
3.8g

4 servings per batch · ~278g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Sesame Beef Stir Fry have per serving?

Each serving contains 28g of protein and 420 calories with 27g fat and 20g carbs. The macro split skews toward fat, making this a lower-carb option for those managing carb intake on cut phases.

How long does Sesame Beef Stir Fry take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings in one stovetop session. You're batch-prepping multiple meals at once, which is efficient for weeknight meal prep without extensive time investment.

Is Sesame Beef Stir Fry good for fat loss?

At 420 calories and 28g protein per serving, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss phases where you need filling meals without excess carbs. The high fat content supports satiety between meals while keeping total calories moderate.

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