Cheap Pan Beef Keto

Cheap Pan Beef Keto is a easy American recipe that serves 2. 420 calories per serving. Recipe by Ben Chelin on YouTube.

Prep: 10 min | Cook: 12 min | Total: 27 min

Cost: $8.02 total, $4.01 per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Beef Sirloin (trimmed, sliced into 1/4‑inch strips)
  • 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter (cut into small pieces)
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, for high‑heat searing)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 2 Tbsp Tamari (Gluten‑Free Soy Sauce) (low‑sodium)
  • 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp Salt (optional, adjust for taste)
  • 1 cup Broccoli Florets (optional, cut into bite‑size pieces)

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients

    Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips, mince the garlic, and measure out butter, oil, tamari, pepper, and salt. If using broccoli, cut into bite‑size pieces.

    Time: PT10M

  2. Heat the Skillet

    Place the skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the butter and olive oil; let the butter melt and the mixture become shimmering but not browned.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: medium‑high

  3. Sear the Beef

    Add the beef strips in a single layer, spreading them out. Let them sear without moving for about 2‑3 minutes, then stir or flip and cook another 2‑3 minutes until browned but still pink inside.

    Time: PT6M

    Temperature: medium‑high

  4. Add Garlic and Sauce

    Add the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the tamari, sprinkle pepper and salt, and toss everything together for another minute.

    Time: PT1M

    Temperature: medium‑high

  5. Finish with Vegetables (Optional)

    If using broccoli, add it now, cover the pan, and steam for 2 minutes until bright green and just tender. Remove the lid, give everything a final stir, and taste for seasoning.

    Time: PT2M

    Temperature: medium‑high

  6. Plate and Serve

    Transfer the beef mixture to plates or a serving bowl. Serve immediately while hot.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
420
Protein
35 g
Carbohydrates
5 g
Fat
30 g
Fiber
2 g

Dietary info: Keto, Low‑Carb, Gluten‑Free (if using tamari), Paleo‑Friendly (if using ghee instead of butter)

Allergens: Soy (tamari), Dairy (butter)

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Cheap Pan Beef Keto

Recipe by Ben Chelin

A quick, budget‑friendly keto dinner made in one skillet. Thinly sliced beef is seared in butter and olive oil, then tossed with garlic, tamari, and optional broccoli for a low‑carb, flavorful meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

EasyAmericanServes 2

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Source Video
14m
Prep
8m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
32m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$8.02
Total cost
$4.01
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Pat the beef dry before searing to achieve a proper crust.
  • Do not overcrowd the skillet; sear in batches if needed.
  • Add garlic after the beef is mostly cooked to prevent burning.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot skillet with oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • Garlic can burn quickly; keep it moving and watch the heat.

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