Keto Omaha

Craving tender, saucy Mongolian beef but without the sugar and carbs? This Keto Mongolian Beef is packed with bold umami flavors, seared beef strips, and a thick, savory sauce, making it the perfect low-carb takeout alternative!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

🥩 For the Beef:

• 1 ½ lbs flank steak (thinly sliced against the grain)

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• 2 tablespoons avocado or olive oil (for frying)

🔥 For the Keto Mongolian Sauce:

• ¼ cup coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce)

• 2 tablespoons sugar-free brown sweetener (like allulose or monk fruit)

• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil

• 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)

• 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)

• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)

• ½ teaspoon xanthan gum (to thicken)

• 2 tablespoons water

🌿 For Garnish:

• 2 green onions (sliced)

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Beef:

• Thinly slice the flank steak against the grain.

• Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

2️⃣ Sear the Beef:

• Heat avocado or olive oil in a skillet over high heat.

• Sear the steak slices in batches for 1-2 minutes per side until browned and caramelized.

• Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Mongolian Sauce:

• In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together coconut aminos, sugar-free sweetener, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.

• Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

• Whisk in xanthan gum and water, stirring until the sauce thickens.

4️⃣ Coat the Beef in Sauce:

• Add the seared beef back into the skillet and pour in the Mongolian sauce.

• Toss to coat and let simmer for 1-2 minutes until fully combined.

5️⃣ Garnish & Serve!

• Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.

• Serve with cauliflower rice, stir-fried veggies, or keto lo mein noodles!

🔥 Pro Tip: Want extra crispiness? Dust the beef slices in a light almond flour coating before frying!

Nutrition Info (Per Serving – 1/4 of the Recipe)

• Calories: ~450

• Protein: ~42g

• Fat: ~28g

• Net Carbs: ~4g