Crispy Sesame Beef (Whole30 and Gluten-Free)
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You don’t have to give up your favorite foods while on Whole30! This Crispy Sesame Beef is soy-free and gluten-free, thanks to San-J No Soy Tamari, which delivers deep umami flavor without traditional soy sauce. Naturally sweetened with pineapple juice and crisped up with arrowroot starch, this dish brings bold flavors and a satisfying crunch—perfect for a weeknight dinner when you're craving takeout-style food at home.
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ingredients
- 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 6 tablespoons arrowroot starch, divided
- 3 tablespoons San-J No Soy Tamari
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 scallion, sliced `
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons water mixed with 1 teaspoon arrowroot starch (to make a slurry)
Method
Step 1
In a bowl, toss the sliced flank steak with salt, black pepper, and 3 tablespoons of arrowroot starch. Let it sit until the steak absorbs the starch. Once absorbed, add the remaining 3 tablespoons of arrowroot starch and toss to evenly coat.
Step 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add the coated steak slices and pan-fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat until all steak pieces are cooked.
Step 3
In a separate pan, bring San-J No Soy Tamari and pineapple juice to a gentle boil.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the water and arrowroot starch to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce and continue stirring as the mixture thickens. If the sauce becomes too thick, dilute with additional water or pineapple juice.
Step 5
Once the sauce reaches a smooth, thick consistency, remove from heat and stir in sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds.
Step 6
In a heat-safe bowl, add the crispy steak and pour in half of the sauce. Toss to coat, adding more sauce as needed.
Step 7
Sprinkle with sliced scallions and additional sesame seeds. Serve immediately to enjoy the best crispiness!