Pan-Seared Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry without Soy

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A quick, clean Whole30 stir fry featuring tender beef strips and crisp broccoli florets coated in a flavorful garlic-ginger sauce. This asian-inspired whole30 (whole30) ready in about 25 minutes pairs broccoli florets, avocado oil, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tsp arrowroot powder, and 1/4 cup water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced flank steak seasoned with 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Sear for 3-4 minutes until browned but not fully cooked, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 4 cups broccoli florets and sauté for 5 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return the beef to the skillet and pour in the coconut aminos mixture. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the beef and broccoli evenly. Optionally, sprinkle 1/4 tsp red chili flakes for mild heat. Serve immediately over cauliflower rice or your preferred Whole30 side.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry without Soy take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pan-Seared Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry without Soy?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry without Soy?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pan-Seared Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry without Soy for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Pan-Seared Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry without Soy whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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