Low Sugar Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos

Total time50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time15 min

Low Sugar Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with Coconut Aminos

This one delivers all the sizzle of a takeout classic, built on thin-sliced flank steak seared hot and fast until it's deeply browned at the edges. Coconut aminos and a touch of apple cider vinegar form the base of a glossy sauce, thickened with arrowroot and rounded out with toasted sesame oil, ginger, and a hint of chili flakes. Broccoli gets its own quick sear first so it stays bright green and crisp-tender, then everything comes together in one pan for a sauce that clings to every bite. A scatter of scallions and sesame seeds finishes it off with color and crunch. It's a fast, weeknight-friendly stir-fry that fits neatly into an added sugar–conscious kitchen without skimping on flavor.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the beef

1 ½ lb flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
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2 tbsp coconut aminos
Chef's tip
Soy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust.
1 tbsp arrowroot starch
¼ tsp salt

For the sauce

3 tbsp coconut aminos
Chef's tip
Soy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust.
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ cup chicken broth
1 tsp arrowroot starch
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For the stir-fry

3 tbsp coconut oil, divided
4 cups broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
3 scallions (green tops only), thinly sliced

For serving

1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, toss the sliced flank steak with 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp arrowroot starch, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, 1 tsp arrowroot starch, and toasted sesame oil until smooth. Add the red pepper flakes, if using. Set the sauce aside.

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