Elevate your dinner game with our 15-Minute Keto Lamb & Asparagus Stir Fry, a dish that brings together tender lamb and crisp asparagus in a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. This stir fry is packed with flavor, featuring the aromatic essence of ginger and garlic that enhances the rich taste of the lamb while complementing the freshness of the asparagus. With minimal prep and cook time, you can whip up this delightful dish in just a quarter of an hour, making it an ideal option for those evenings when you crave something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen.
Not only is this stir fry quick and easy, but it’s also a nutritious choice that aligns with your keto lifestyle. Lamb is a fantastic source of high-quality protein and essential vitamins and minerals, while asparagus is low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health. The combination of these ingredients creates a well-rounded meal that is both hearty and healthy. Whether served on its own or paired with cauliflower rice for added volume, this 15-Minute Keto Lamb & Asparagus Stir Fry is sure to become a go-to recipe for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious, low-carb meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor or nutrition.
Yields 3 servings of 15-Minute Keto Lamb & Asparagus Stir Fry
The Preparation
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 16 ounce ground lamb
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or minced
- 6 medium green onion, finely sliced
- 16 ounce asparagus, trimmed and sliced diagonal ~1/2 inch thick
- 1/2 medium lemon, zested
The Execution
1. Gather and prep all of your ingredients.
2. Add olive oil and garlic to a pan over medium heat. Cast-iron or heavy bottom pots work best due to heat transfer, but any pan will work.
3. Once hot, add the lamb and press the meat into the bottom of the pan. Add the ginger and season with salt and pepper. Allow to cook without stirring, until the lamb is deeply browned at the bottom. About 5-7 minutes.
4. Once lamb is browned well, break up the meat and stir in the green onion. Toss to combine.
5. Add in the asparagus and lemon zest, then season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until asparagus is bright green and crisp but tender, about 3-4 minutes.
6. Taste and season again if necessary. Serve immediately and enjoy! Optionally garnish with additional lemon if desired.
This makes a total of 3 servings of 15-Minute Keto Lamb & Asparagus Stir Fry. Each serving comes out to be 516 calories, 40.2g fats, 6.2g net carbs, and 29.3g protein.
NUTRITION | CALORIES | FAT | CARBS | FIBER | NET CARBS | PROTEIN |
1 tablespoon olive oil | 119 | 13.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
16 ounce ground lamb | 1279 | 106.19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 75.11 |
0 none salt and pepper | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
1 tablespoon fresh garlic | 13 | 0.04 | 2.81 | 0.18 | 2.63 | 0.54 |
1 tablespoon fresh ginger | 5 | 0.04 | 1.07 | 0.12 | 0.95 | 0.11 |
6 medium green onion | 29 | 0.18 | 6.57 | 2.34 | 4.23 | 1.62 |
16 ounce asparagus spears | 91 | 0.54 | 17.6 | 9.53 | 8.07 | 9.98 |
0.5 medium lemon | 12 | 0.13 | 3.91 | 1.18 | 2.74 | 0.46 |
Totals | 1548 | 120.62 | 31.96 | 13.35 | 18.62 | 87.82 |
Per Serving (/3) | 516 | 40.2 | 10.7 | 4.5 | 6.2 | 29.3 |
15-Minute Keto Lamb & Asparagus Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 16 ounce ground lamb
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated or minced
- 6 medium green onion finely sliced
- 16 ounce asparagus trimmed and sliced diagonal ~1/2 inch thick
- ½ medium lemon zested
Instructions
- Gather and prep all of your ingredients.
- Add olive oil and garlic to a pan over medium heat. Cast-iron or heavy bottom pots work best due to heat transfer, but any pan will work.
- Once hot, add the lamb and press the meat into the bottom of the pan. Add the ginger and season with salt and pepper. Allow to cook without stirring, until the lamb is deeply browned at the bottom. About 5-7 minutes.
- Once lamb is browned well, break up the meat and stir in the green onion. Toss to combine.
- Add in the asparagus and lemon zest, then season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until asparagus is bright green and crisp but tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Taste and season again if necessary. Serve immediately and enjoy! Optionally garnish with additional lemon if desired.