Keto Beef & Eggplant Skillet with Garlic Sauce (25 Minutes)

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1. Step 1Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.Use: 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
2. Step 2Add beef and cook for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.Use: 1½ lb beef sirloin or flank steak (sliced thin)
3. Step 3Add remaining olive oil and eggplant to the skillet.Use: 1 medium eggplant (cut into bite-sized cubes), 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
4. Step 4Cook eggplant for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly caramelized.Use: 1 medium eggplant (cut into bite-sized cubes)
5. Step 5Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.Use: 4 cloves garlic (minced)
6. Step 6Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and water.Use: ¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos, 1 tbsp sesame oil, ½ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional), 2 tbsp water
7. Step 7Return beef to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic sauce.Use: 1½ lb beef sirloin or flank steak (sliced thin), 4 cloves garlic (minced), ¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
8. Step 8Cook for 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through and glossy.
9. Step 9Remove from heat and serve immediately.