Sesame Free Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Takeout-style beef and broccoli is one of those cravings that can feel almost impossible to satisfy when you're avoiding sesame, since most restaurant versions and bottled sauces lean heavily on sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for their signature flavor. This version sidesteps all of that without sacrificing a single bit of the glossy, savory satisfaction you're after. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy-based sauces, delivering that deep umami backbone, while fresh ginger, garlic, and a splash of apple cider vinegar build a sauce that's bright, bold, and completely free of hidden sesame ingredients. The arrowroot starch does double duty here — it tenderizes the flank steak during the marinade and then thickens the sauce into that glossy, clingy coating that makes every bite so good. Cooking the broccoli and beef separately over high heat means you get real char and caramelization rather than a steamed, soggy result. Everything comes together in one skillet, and the whole process moves fast once you're at the stove, so have your ingredients prepped and ready before the heat goes on.

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