Chinese food is delicious and in fact probably one of my favorite foods. This 30 minute beef and broccoli recipe is a healthy alternative to that tasty Chinese takeout! You can finish this paleo friendly recipe is done in about 30 minutes. All ingredients are whole foods that are packed with muscle-building protein and nourishing nutrients.

When preparing health-conscious food one needs to be practical. This means to pick foods that are easy to prepare and can be used in a variety of dishes. For example, onions can be used in soups, stir-fries, fajitas, and even more! Broccoli, when bought in bulk, is cheap and can be used in a variety of dishes. Like vegetable waffles, stir fry, or simply mixed in with eggs.

This 30 minute beef and broccoli is a take on the classical Chinese American dish. It is made with garlic, green onion, and sugar. It is drenched in a sweet and savory glaze. A glaze that is often made with cornstarch and soy sauce. Oh yes, a lot of soy and sugar when eaten at a conventional restaurant. Also, don’t forget the fried rice.

The paleo take on this dish uses whole foods and whole foods only. Fresh ginger and garlic. To make the glaze I used coconut aminos and arrowroot powder. Surprisingly the arrowroot made the glaze extremely sticky. I used a small amount of coconut sugar to give it sweetness. Honestly, I could tell no difference.

The 30 minute beef and broccoli does not fall short when it comes to nutrition. The beef provides protein, healthy fats, and minerals. Broccoli provides fiber and micronutrients. Broccoli is a powerhouse when it comes to sulfur. This nutrient is essential for a variety of physiological functions such as insulin function, thiamin absorption, and detoxification.

The macros for a 4 ounce (120 gram) serving this meal are the following:

Calories: 300

Fats: 20

Carbs: 10

Protein: 20

Packed with protein and fats this dish is powerful! I ate it on its own, but you can add some cauliflower rice if you like. I recommend eating it within 4 days, but I am sure that you will eat it all the moment you make it.

I hope that you enjoy!





30 Minutes Beef and Broccoli (Paleo) Ingredients 2 lbs of stir fry steak

2 lbs of broccoli

2 cloves of garlic

5 scallions chopped

1/2 thumb sized of peeled ginger

2 tbsp of extra virgin coconut oil

4 tbsp of coconut aminos

3-4 tbsp of rice vinegar (apple cider vinegar works fine as well)

2-3 tbsp of coconut sugar (or raw honey)

3 tbsp of arrowroot powder

1 tsp of sesame oil

sriracha to taste Directions Peel ginger, scallions, and garlic.

Then give them a chop.

Grab broccoli crowns and cut them into florets. Here is a video on how to do that.

Mix the aminos, sesame oil, coconut sugar, vinegar, sriracha, and arrowroot powder in a bowl.

Mix well and set aside.

On a pan at medium to high heat place the coconut oil.

Once the oil is melted and covers entire pan place your steaks on the pan.

This is the stir fry sauce.

Sear each side for about 3 minutes.

Once seared place aside.

Add more coconut oil if necessary.

Now lower the heat to a medium-low.

Add the garlic and ginger.

Let brown for about 1-2 minutes.

Add the broccoli pieces, let cook for about 4-5 minutes.

Add the steak into the broccoli.

Stir around for about 2 minutes.

Then pour the stir fry sauce on the pan.

Stir for and make sure it coats all broccoli and steak.

Do this for another 3 – 4 minutes.

Once done enjoy with a choice sides or just by itself.

As Always, Stay Real!