Gluten-Free Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Ingredients

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• 1.5 lbs beef sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
• 1 lb broccoli florets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1 cup gluten-free chicken or vegetable stock Shop
• 1/4 cup gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos Shop
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup Shop
• 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot starch Shop
• 2 tbsp cold water
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp sesame oil (optional, for finishing) Shop

Instructions

1. 1 In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef sirloin with salt and black pepper. Ensure the beef is coated evenly and set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients. This brief marination helps to tenderize the beef and infuse it with flavor.
2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the marinated beef in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Sear the beef for about 2-3 minutes per side, until it develops a nice brown crust and is mostly cooked through, then remove it from the skillet and set aside.
3. 3 Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn them. Then, add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
4. 4 While the broccoli is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the gluten-free chicken or vegetable stock, gluten-free tamari (or coconut aminos), and honey (or maple syrup). In a separate tiny bowl, mix the cornstarch (or arrowroot starch) with the 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry, ensuring there are no lumps.
5. 5 Pour the tamari mixture into the skillet with the broccoli and bring it to a simmer. Gradually whisk in the cornstarch slurry until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency, which should take about 1-2 minutes. The sauce will become glossy and coat the back of a spoon.
6. 6 Return the seared beef to the skillet with the thickened sauce and broccoli. Toss everything together for about 2-3 minutes, allowing the beef to finish cooking and become coated in the rich sauce. If using, stir in the sesame oil for an extra layer of aroma and flavor just before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Tips & Notes

• Partially freeze the sirloin for about 20 minutes. It is much easier to slice thinly against the grain.
• Sear the beef in batches over high heat so it browns. It finishes cooking in the sauce in step 6.
• If your broccoli florets are large, steam them for 1-2 minutes first so they are tender by the time the sauce thickens.

Common questions