Easy Beef and Broccoli
Easy homemade beef and broccoli recipe with lower sodium and sugar. Gluten-free, ready in 30 minutes, naturally anti-inflammatory.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds beef flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil or sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium tamari or coconut aminos
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons raw honey or coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 green onions, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil for finishing
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Pat the beef flank steak dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with sea salt and black pepper.
- 2
Combine the tamari, rice vinegar, honey, cornstarch, red pepper flakes, and beef broth in a small bowl, stirring until the cornstarch dissolves completely.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Working in two batches to avoid overcrowding, sear the beef strips for 2-3 minutes per side until browned but still slightly pink inside, then transfer to a clean plate.
- 5
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of avocado oil to the pan and reduce heat to medium.
- 6
Sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger together until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- 7
Add the broccoli florets to the pan and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they turn bright green and become tender-crisp, maintaining their structure.
- 8
Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the pan with the broccoli and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats all the vegetables, about 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Return the seared beef and any accumulated juices to the pan with the broccoli and sauce.
- 10
Toss everything together gently for 1-2 minutes until the beef is warmed through and all ingredients are evenly coated.
- 11
Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil, then fold in the sliced green onions.
- 12
Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional sea salt or pepper as needed.
- 13
Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish and nutty flavor.
- 14
Serve immediately over brown rice, cauliflower rice, or shirataki noodles for a complete meal.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Honey | Monk fruit sweetener or allulose | These sweeteners have zero glycemic impact and don't spike blood sugar, making them ideal for blood sugar management and reducing inflammation |
| Avocado oil | Ghee or grass-fed butter | Ghee has a higher smoke point and contains butyric acid, which feeds beneficial gut bacteria and supports digestive health |
| Beef flank steak | Grass-fed lean beef sirloin or bison | Grass-fed beef contains higher omega-3 fatty acids and CLA, which reduce inflammation and support better nutrient absorption |
| Low-sodium tamari | Coconut aminos | Coconut aminos has 65% less sodium and a lower glycemic index, supporting both blood sugar stability and reducing excess sodium intake |
| Cornstarch | Arrowroot powder or tapioca starch | These alternatives provide similar thickening without the inflammatory effects of cornstarch and are easier to digest for gut health |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 355 |
| Total Fat | 15g |
| Saturated Fat | 4g |
| Cholesterol | 78mg |
| Sodium | 480mg |
| Carbohydrates | 14g |
| Fiber | 4g |
| Sugar | 3g |
| Protein | 39g |
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