Pork Free Ginger-Scallion Beef Skillet
Bold, aromatic, and deeply satisfying, this beef skillet brings together fresh ginger, garlic, and scallions in a glossy sauce that clings to every tender slice of steak. The marinade — coconut aminos, grated ginger, and a touch of arrowroot — gives the beef a savory, umami-rich base before it even hits the pan, so the flavor is built in from the start. High-heat searing creates that irresistible caramelized crust, while the quick stir-fry keeps the carrots crisp and the scallions bright and fragrant. The sauce comes together with bone broth, apple cider vinegar, and a whisper of turmeric, giving it a warm, complex depth without relying on any soy or pork-derived ingredients. Every component here is naturally free of pork, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — the recipe just works as written. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that looks and tastes like it took serious effort, but the whole thing moves fast once your mise en place is ready. Serve it straight from the skillet with those reserved dark green scallion tops scattered over the top for a little color and fresh bite.
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4 servings
For the beef
- 1 ½ lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
For the skillet
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, thinly sliced into matchsticks
- 1 bunch scallions (about 6), white and light green parts cut into 2-inch pieces, dark green tops thinly sliced and reserved for garnish
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
For the sauce
- ½ cup bone broth
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp arrowroot starch. Add the sliced beef and toss to coat evenly. Set aside while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- 2
In a separate small bowl, stir together the bone broth, 2 tbsp coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, turmeric, ground ginger, and salt. In a second small bowl, stir the remaining 1 tsp arrowroot starch with 1 tbsp cold water until smooth. Set both bowls near the stove.
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