Gluten Free Beef and Broccoli
This Gluten Free Beef and Broccoli is a faster-than-takeout healthy dinner made with tender beef, crispy broccoli, and a glossy tamari-based sauce that’s naturally gluten free and refined sugar free. A bold, savory-sweet stir fry ready in just 25 minutes.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 402kcal
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- mixing bowls
- whisk
- cutting board
- Chef's knife
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup low-sodium tamari
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for sauce)
- 0.25 cup coconut sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ginger paste or grated fresh ginger
- 5 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 pound)
- 2 tbsp avocado oil, divided
- 2 tbsp cornstarch (for slurry)
- 3 tbsp water (for slurry)
- 1 lb steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- steamed rice and sesame seeds, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together tamari and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth. Add coconut sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Whisk well and set aside.
- In another bowl, mix the water and 2 tablespoons cornstarch to create a slurry. Add sliced beef and toss to coat evenly.
- Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Transfer to a plate.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and increase heat to medium-high. Spread beef in a single layer and cook 1½–2 minutes per side until mostly cooked through.
- Return broccoli to the pan and pour in the sauce. Bring to a full boil and stir for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and turns glossy.
- Remove from heat and serve over steamed rice. Garnish with sesame seeds.
Notes
Slice beef thinly against the grain for the most tender texture. Use low-sodium tamari only—regular soy sauce or full-sodium tamari will make the dish too salty. For brighter broccoli, blanch before stir-frying. Keep heat high to properly activate the cornstarch and achieve a glossy finish. For soy-free recipes, substitute coconut aminos.