KETO SESAME GINGER CHICKEN STIR-FRY

KETO SESAME GINGER CHICKEN STIR-FRY RECIPE

A quick, one-pan Asian-inspired keto dinner ready in 30 minutes

KEY INFO

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories: 385 per serving
• Fat: 28g
• Protein: 32g
• Net Carbs: 4g
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary: Keto, Gluten-free, Low-carb

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Large wok or deep skillet
• Sharp knife and cutting board
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Tongs
• Mixing bowl for sauce
• (Pro tip: A non-stick pan works if you don’t have a wok)

INGREDIENTS

For the Chicken:

• 1 pound (450g) chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) avocado oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sauce:

• ¼ cup (60ml) coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon monk fruit sweetener
• ½ teaspoon xanthan gum

Low-Carb Vegetables:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables:
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ½ cup bell peppers, sliced
  • ½ cup mushrooms, sliced

Garnish:

• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, sliced

METHOD

1. Whisk all sauce ingredients in a bowl until well combined
2. Heat avocado oil in your wok over HIGH heat until smoking
3. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown
4. Remove chicken, set aside
5. In the same pan, stir-fry vegetables for 3-4 minutes until bright and crisp-tender
6. Return chicken to pan
7. Pour sauce over everything, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes until thickened
8. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions

CRUCIAL TIPS

• Don’t overcrowd the pan – cook in batches if needed
• Keep vegetables crisp-tender – they’ll continue cooking in the sauce
• Sauce should coat the back of a spoon when ready
• Use chicken thighs for more flavor and fat content

STORAGE & VARIATIONS

Storage:

• Keeps for 3 days in airtight container

Reheating:

• Brief stir-fry or microwave until just hot

Scaling:

• Recipe doubles easily for meal prep

Common Substitutions:

• Swap chicken for shrimp (cook 2-3 minutes)
• Use zucchini noodles for extra low-carb base
• Replace coconut aminos with tamari if not strict keto
• Add chili oil for heat

Net Carbs Per Serving:

4g

Makes excellent leftovers for lunch!