Low Carb Black Bean Beef

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and protein-packed Low Carb Black Bean Beef recipe! Tender strips of beef sirloin are stir-fried with colorful bell peppers, onions, and nutrient-rich black soybeans, ensuring a low-carb twist on a classic dish. Infused with a savory blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, every bite bursts with bold, umami flavors. Finished with a drizzle of aromatic sesame oil and a sprinkle of fresh green onion, this quick and easy skillet meal is ready in just 35 minutes. Perfect for those following a low-carb or keto-friendly lifestyle, it’s a wholesome and satisfying dinner option the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef sirloin
• 1 cup canned black soybeans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 pieces green onions

Directions

Step 1

Slice the beef sirloin into thin strips, about 1/4-inch thick. Set aside.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the black soybeans under cold water. Set aside.

Step 3

Cut the red and green bell peppers into thin strips. Halve the onion and slice it thinly. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the sliced beef to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until browned all over. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the sliced onions, red and green bell peppers. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic, soy sauce, ginger, and red pepper flakes to the vegetables. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Return the beef to the skillet and add the drained black soybeans. Stir everything together and cook for another 3-4 minutes, ensuring the beef is cooked through and everything is well mixed.

Step 9

Season with ground black pepper and drizzle the sesame oil over the beef and vegetable mixture.

Step 10

Stir well and cook for an additional minute.

Step 11

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1240.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1886.8

Total Fat 120.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 405.6mg	0%
Sodium 1710.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.5g
Protein 150.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.0mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 3510.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 31.7%

Carbs: 11.2%