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Low-carb Keto Mongolian beef served in a black serving dish.

Low-carb Mongolian beef

Tami DeGeeter, CPT, CNC
Enjoy our Low-Carb Mongolian Beef—a dish that's as satisfying as it is flavorful. Tender beef strips enveloped in a savory, sweet, and slightly tangy sauce that's sure to please your palate. This recipe is perfect for those seeking a delicious meal without the carb overload, offering a balance of wholesome ingredients and aromatic spices. With just 50 minutes of cooking time, it's a convenient option for busy days when you want something hearty and nutritious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinade Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Lunch and Dinner
Makes 4 servings
Serving Size 5 oz beef
Net Carbs 2 g
*Net carbs are per serving

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain. Set aside.
    Top-view of slicing flank steak into thin strips to make low-carb Mongolian beef.
  • In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, combine the soy sauce, sweetener, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, and sesame oil. Add steak to a large bowl or zip-top bag and pour the sauce overtop. Toss the meat in the sauce until well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
    Close-up side-view of sliced flank steak with Mongolian beef marinade sauce being poured over the sliced steak.
  • In a large skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the steak, remaining marinade, and ginger to the skillet. Cook the steak until browned and fully cooked, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
    Top-view of low-carb Mongolian beef being cooked in a skillet.
  • Spoon out about ½ cup of the sauce from the pan into a small bowl. Whisk in the xanthan gum until fully dissolved and the sauce has thickened.
    Close-up side-view of Mongolian beef sauce thickened.
  • Return the thickened sauce to the skillet and stir to combine.
    Close-up view of adding thickened sauce to Mongolian beef.
  • Serve over cauliflower rice garnished with sliced green onions. Enjoy!
    Delicious low-carb Mongolian beef served with cauliflower rice and chopsticks.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Low-carb Mongolian beef
Serving Size
 
5 ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
359
% Daily Value*
Net Carbohydrates
 
2
g
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
Fiber
 
1
g
Sugar
 
0
g
Protein
 
38
g
Fat
 
21
g
Saturated Fat
 
6
g
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
9
g
Cholesterol
 
117
mg
Sodium
 
759
mg
Potassium
 
662
mg
19
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Vitamin A
 
2
µg
0
%
Calcium
 
57
mg
6
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are provided as a courtesy. Nutrition facts are sourced from the USDA Food Database. Values may vary depending on brand of ingredients used.

Equipment

12 inch cast iron skillet
Large Skillet
Set of 3 glass mixing bowls.
Glass Mixing Bowls
Keywords Keto Chinese Recipe, Keto Mongolian Beef, Low-Carb Chinese Food, Low-Carb Chinese Recipe
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