This Trader Joe’s Shaved Beef Recipe is a quick and crispy recipe, which is made with thinly sliced beef and a savory garlic-ginger sauce. It’s the perfect 30-minute meal, ready in about 25 minutes.
Jump to RecipeTrader Joe’s Shaved Beef Recipe Ingredients
For the Stir Fry Sauce:
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos, *see note for substitutions
- 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
For the Beef and Broccoli:
- 1 pound shaved beef
- 2 tablespoons tapioca starch, or arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil, plus more as needed
- 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
- 2 scallions, chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish
How To Make Trader Joe’s Shaved Beef Recipe
- Make the Stir Fry Sauce: In a small saucepan, heat 1 teaspoon of avocado oil with the minced garlic and ginger over medium heat. Cook for about one minute until fragrant. Add the coconut aminos and coconut sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then let it simmer on low for about 3 minutes to reduce slightly. Turn off the heat and set aside.
- Coat the Beef: Place the shaved beef into a large bowl, separating any pieces that are stuck together. Sprinkle the tapioca starch over the beef and use tongs to toss until each piece is lightly coated.
- Sear the Beef: Pour 2 tablespoons of avocado oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the shaved beef in a single layer, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 1 minute per side until browned and crispy. Transfer the cooked beef to a plate and set aside.
- Cook the Broccoli: In the same pan, add the broccoli florets. Cook, covered, for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine and Finish: Add the crispy beef back into the skillet with the broccoli. Pour the prepared stir fry sauce over everything. Add the chopped scallions and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the beef and broccoli.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- How do I get the beef extra crispy? The keys to crispy beef are the tapioca starch coating, a hot pan, and not overcrowding it. Cook the beef in a single layer in batches to ensure it sears and crisps up rather than steams.
- Can I use a different vegetable? Absolutely. This stir fry is very versatile. Sliced bell peppers, snap peas, mushrooms, or asparagus would all be delicious substitutes or additions to the broccoli.
- What is the purpose of the tapioca starch? The tapioca starch (or arrowroot) serves two purposes: it creates a light, crispy coating on the beef when seared, and it helps to thicken the stir fry sauce at the end, making it glossy.
- How do I keep the shaved beef from getting tough? Shaved beef cooks extremely quickly. Cook it over high heat for just a minute or so per side. Overcooking is the main reason it would become tough.
What To Serve With Shaved Beef and Broccoli
This is a classic stir fry that pairs perfectly with a simple base to soak up the sauce.
- Steamed jasmine or white rice
- Brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option
- Cauliflower rice for a low-carb meal
- Simple rice noodles or lo mein noodles
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
Refrigerate: Let the stir fry cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat: For the best texture, reheat the leftovers quickly in a hot skillet with a tiny splash of oil or water for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until warmed through. Microwaving can make the beef less crispy.
Trader Joe’s Shaved Beef Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 1 SERVING
- Calories: 510kcal
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Protein: 33g
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 99mg
- Sodium: 627mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Coconut aminos are a gluten-free and soy-free sauce made from fermented coconut sap. You can substitute with tamari or soy sauce, but as the recipe notes, they are saltier, so you should reduce the amount by about half and taste before adding more.
This happens if the pieces aren’t separated before being coated in starch. It’s also important to add the beef to the hot pan piece by piece, rather than dumping it all in at once, to ensure it cooks in an even, single layer.
Yes, this recipe works great with other thinly sliced proteins. Use thinly sliced chicken breast or pork loin and adjust the cooking time as needed until they are cooked through.
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Trader Joe’s Shaved Beef Recipe
Course: DinnerCuisine: Asian-AmericanDifficulty: Easy3
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kcalA quick and easy weeknight stir-fry featuring crispy, thinly sliced beef and tender broccoli tossed in a savory and slightly sweet garlic-ginger sauce.
Ingredients
1 lb shaved beef
2 tbsp tapioca starch
2 cups broccoli florets
2 scallions, chopped
- Sauce:
1/2 cup coconut aminos
3 tbsp coconut sugar
1 tsp avocado oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp minced ginger
Directions
- Make the sauce: Sauté garlic and ginger in oil for 1 minute. Add coconut aminos and sugar, and simmer for 3 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Toss the shaved beef with the tapioca starch until coated.
- In a hot skillet, sear the beef in batches for 1 minute per side until crispy. Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, cook the broccoli until tender.
- Return the beef to the pan, add the scallions, and pour the sauce over everything.
- Stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
- The tapioca starch is key to getting a crispy coating on the beef and for thickening the sauce.
- Don’t crowd the pan when cooking the beef; work in batches to ensure it gets brown and crispy
