Basil Beef Stir-Fry

Basil in stir-fries is a Thai touch, but this isn’t hot, as most Thai food is.

YIELD: 3 servings, each with 3 grams of carbohydrates and 1 gram of fiber, for a total of 2 grams of usable carbs and 25 grams of protein.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 pound boneless chuck
• 1/2 cup peanut oil or other bland oil
• 6 scallions, including the crisp part of the green, cut into 1-inch lengths
• 2 teaspoons dried basil or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon Splenda
• Pepper

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Thinly slice the beef across the grain.
2. Put the oil in a wok or heavy skillet over high heat. When it’s hot, add the beef and stir-fry for a minute or two. Add the scallions, and stir-fry for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until all the pink is gone from the beef.
3. Add the basil, soy sauce, Splenda, and pepper to taste, and toss with the beef, cooking just another minute or so.