Pepper Steak with Millet & Brown Rice Ramen Noodles
This is a craveable, clean comfort meal that comes together in 30 minutes. The steak is seared with ginger and garlic, tossed with bell peppers in a savory coconut aminos glaze, and served over Lotus Foods Organic Millet & Brown Rice Ramen for a fiber-rich, gluten-free twist.
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Serving size
30
Beef
30g Protein
Keto-Friendly
Ingredients
Fresh:
1 lb grass-fed flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch fresh ginger, grated
2–3 scallions, sliced (plus more for garnish)
1–2 cakes Lotus Foods Millet & Brown Rice Ramen (or use rice noodles) (may need to use search function on whole foods)
1 tablespoon lime juice (for finishing)
6 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped (for finishing)
1½ cups bone broth (chicken, veggie, or beef)
Staple:
2 tablespoons tallow, avocado oil, or olive oil (sub ghee on Amazon Fresh)
2 tablespoons tamari (or coconut aminos for soy-free)
1 tablespoon fish sauce (like Red Boat)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon arrowroot flour (sub tapioca flour on amazon fresh)
1 tablespoon coconut sugar
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon sea salt (Redmond Real Salt recommended)
Grass-fed organic meat and organic non-gmo veggies are linked where available
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Serving size
Directions
Print RecipeSear the Steak (5–6 minutes):
1. Pat steak dry and season with sea salt and pepper.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon tallow in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add steak in a single layer and sear 1–2 minutes per side until browned (don’t overcook — it will finish later).
4. Remove from pan and set aside.
Stir-Fry the Veggies (5 minutes):
5. Add remaining 1 tablespoon tallow to the same pan.
6. Add sliced bell peppers, onion, garlic, and ginger.
7. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still vibrant.
8. Stir in half the scallions and red pepper flakes if using.
Cook the Ramen Noodles (5–6 minutes):
9. Push veggies to the sides of the pan and pour in 1½ cups broth.
10. Bring to a simmer. Nestle in 1–2 ramen cakes (break apart as they soften).
11. Cover and cook 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender and most of the broth is absorbed.
Make the Sauce & Combine (3–4 minutes)
12. In a small bowl, whisk together tamari, fish sauce, rice vinegar, coconut sugar, and arrowroot starch.
13. Pour sauce into the pan and stir to coat veggies and noodles evenly.
14. Return steak to the pan and toss everything together.
15. Simmer 1–2 more minutes until sauce thickens and steak is just cooked through.
To Serve:
16. Plate into bowls and finish with a squeeze of lime juice, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and extra scallions.
Total Macros:
Protein: 32g
Carbs: 28g
Fat: 16g
Calories: 400
Nutrition Facts:
🥩 Grass-Fed Steak
High in Iron – Supports energy and oxygen transport in the body.
Rich in B12 – Essential for nervous system health and red blood cell production.
Omega-3 Boost – Grass-fed beef contains higher levels of omega-3s compared to grain-fed, helping reduce inflammation.
🍄 Mixed Mushrooms (Shiitake, Maitake, etc.)
Immune-Supportive – Mushrooms like shiitake contain beta-glucans, compounds known to boost immune defense.
Anti-Inflammatory – Maitake and oyster mushrooms offer antioxidants like ergothioneine, which helps combat cellular stress.
B Vitamin Rich – Excellent for energy metabolism and brain health.
🫑 Bell Peppers
Vitamin C Powerhouse – One red bell pepper delivers more than 150% of your daily vitamin C!
Eye-Health Boosting – Rich in lutein and zeaxanthin for long-term vision support.
🧄 Garlic & Ginger
Gut + Immune Support – Garlic is antimicrobial; ginger is great for digestion and calming inflammation.
Natural Detox Helpers – Both help activate detoxifying enzymes in the liver.
🍜 Lotus Foods Millet & Brown Rice Ramen
Gluten-Free Alternative – Made from whole grains, it’s gentler on digestion.
Trace Mineral Boost – Millet is a source of magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese.
🍋 Lime Juice + Cilantro
Cleansing Combo – Cilantro may help bind to heavy metals; lime supports liver detox pathways.
Zest = Flavonoids – The lime zest adds citrus oils that are rich in antioxidants.
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