Breastfeeding Friendly Ginger-Scallion Mongolian Beef
Tender flank steak, bold ginger, and sweet-savory sauce — this is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a treat without requiring a ton of effort. The beef is coated in arrowroot starch and seared at high heat, giving each strip that irresistible caramelized crust that makes Mongolian-style beef so craveable. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce, keeping the dish free from additives and preservatives that nursing parents often prefer to avoid, while pure maple syrup adds just enough sweetness to balance the garlic and fresh ginger. Turmeric brings a warm, earthy depth and is a welcome addition for anyone paying extra attention to what goes into their body during the postpartum period. The scallions — added in two stages so both the white and green parts shine — give every bite a fresh, aromatic lift. Everything comes together in one skillet in a matter of minutes once the prep is done, which is exactly what you need when time and energy are in short supply. Serve it straight from the pan while the sauce is still glossy and clinging to every piece of beef.
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4 servings
For the beef
- 1 ½ lb flank steak, sliced against the grain into ¼-inch strips
- 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
For the sauce
- ½ cup coconut aminos
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For cooking
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, divided
- 6 scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces (white and green parts separated)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sliced flank steak in a large bowl, sprinkle with the arrowroot starch and salt, and toss until every piece is evenly coated. Let the coated beef rest at room temperature for 30 minutes — this allows the starch to adhere and helps the beef sear rather than steam.
- 2
While the beef rests, whisk together the coconut aminos, maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, 1 tsp arrowroot starch, and turmeric in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
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