Heat oil in a small pot.
Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Add tamari, water and brown sugar.
Bring to a boil and cook about 5 minutes until it thickens. Set aside.
Slice the flank steak into ¼" slices.
Place the cornstarch in a large ziploc and add the steak to toss and coat.
Remove each piece shaking off all the excess.
Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in a skillet on med-hi.
Cook the beef 2 minutes on both sides.
Once all cooked, pour the sauce over the steak and let simmer just a couple minutes.
Sprinkle on scallions.
Serve over brown rice or quinoa.