KETO LUNCH

Asian-Style Ground Beef with Broccoli and Ginger

Ground beef, broccoli, ginger and sesame come together in a quick one-pan keto lunch. The dish provides plenty of protein, haem iron and vegetables without a heavy sauce.

Asian-style ground beef with broccoli, ginger and sesame
12 gTOTAL CARBS
Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Servings1
DifficultyVery easy

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Ingredients

1serv.

For the main dish

  • 180 g
  • 180 g
  • 10 g
  • 5 g
  • 10 ml
  • 10 g
  • 1 clove
  • 5 g

Step by step

Method

  1. 1

    Divide the broccoli into small florets. Peel the stalk and slice it thinly.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan.

    Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, for approximately 6 minutes, until well browned.

  3. 3

    Add the finely chopped garlic and grated ginger.

    Cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add the butter and broccoli.

    Stir-fry for approximately 5 minutes, keeping the broccoli slightly crisp.

  5. 5

    Pour in the tamari and mix well.

    Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

One serving

Nutrition

Values are estimates and depend on the exact products, fat content and preparation method.

653kcal
59 gprotein
41 gfat
12 gtotal carbohydrates

The role of each ingredient

Why these ingredients?

Beef

Beef provides complete protein, haem iron, zinc and vitamin B12.

Broccoli

Broccoli contributes vitamin C, folate, potassium and fibre.

Ginger

Ginger gives the dish a fresh, aromatic contrast and an Asian-inspired flavour.

Adapt the recipe

Tips and substitutions

Substitutions

  • Do not overcook the broccoli.
  • Lightly toast the sesame seeds before using them.
  • Replace the ground beef with thinly sliced steak.
  • Use coconut aminos instead of tamari.

Practical techniques

  • Spread the meat across the hot pan and leave it undisturbed for the first minute so it browns rather than steams.
  • Slice the peeled broccoli stalk very thinly on the diagonal and add it one minute before the florets.

Allergens

  • sesame
  • soya (tamari)

Storage

  • Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
  • The dish is also suitable for reheating the following day.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare the dish ahead?

You can prepare the ingredients ahead, but the texture is best when the beef and broccoli are cooked shortly before serving. Follow the storage guidance for leftovers.

Is the recipe suitable for a keto diet?

The recipe is designed as a keto lunch and contains approximately 12 g total carbohydrates per serving. Suitability depends on your total daily intake and individual needs.

How can I adjust the amount of ingredients?

Use the plus and minus buttons beside the Ingredients heading. The measured quantities are recalculated proportionally.

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About the programme authors

The recipe is part of The Unwind programme development, combining personal experience, practical meal preparation and medical understanding.

Pia Ravter

Recipe author · co-founder of The Unwind

Aleksander Göntér

Co-founder · MD, specialist in abdominal surgery

Content transparency

How we prepare the data

Nutrition values are estimated from the listed quantities and may vary by brand, fat content and preparation method.

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