Whole30 Beef Chow Mein

Transform your favorite takeout classic into a wholesome, guilt-free delight with this Whole30 Beef Chow Mein! This recipe swaps traditional noodles for zucchini spirals, creating a low-carb, gluten-free twist that’s packed with vibrant vegetables like red bell pepper, carrots, and crisp water chestnuts. Tender strips of seasoned beef sirloin are stir-fried to perfection and tossed in a savory sauce featuring coconut aminos and sesame oil, all lightly spiced with red chili flakes. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping, offering a healthy, flavor-packed dish that satisfies cravings without breaking Whole30 guidelines. Garnished with fresh green onions, it’s a colorful, nutrient-dense meal you’ll want to make on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef sirloin
• 3 medium zucchini
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 3 stalks green onions
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 1 cup coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup water chestnuts

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the beef sirloin against the grain into bite-sized strips and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Using a spiralizer, spiralize the zucchinis into noodle-like shapes and set aside.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and julienne the carrots.

Step 4

Chop the green onions, separating the greens from the whites. Mince the garlic and ginger.

Step 5

In a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 6

Add the beef strips in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking until they are browned and just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.

Step 7

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, then add the garlic, ginger, and the whites of the green onions. Stir-fry for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the red bell pepper, carrots, and water chestnuts to the skillet. Stir-fry for another 3 minutes until they start to soften.

Step 9

Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and gently toss to combine.

Step 10

Pour the coconut aminos and sesame oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with red chili flakes. Continue to cook and toss for an additional 3-4 minutes until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.

Step 11

Return the cooked beef to the skillet, mixing everything together until heated through.

Step 12

Garnish with the green parts of the chopped green onions.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your Whole30 Beef Chow Mein!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1668.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2091.2

Total Fat 112.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 405.6mg	0%
Sodium 11362.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 100.2g
Protein 131.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287.6mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 4026.3mg	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: 49.3%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 25.1%