Description
Succulent steak bites dance with caramelized edges in this irresistible sweet and sticky steak bites sensation. Bold flavors and simple ingredients combine to create a mouthwatering dish that delivers restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) sirloin steak (or ribeye, strip steak), cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasoning and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for crispiness)
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Sauce and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 0.25 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 0.25 cup honey (or brown sugar)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated (optional)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for depth of flavor)
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare tender beef chunks by seasoning with salt, black pepper, paprika, and lightly dust with cornstarch for enhanced crispiness.
- Heat olive oil in a spacious skillet until shimmering, creating an ideal searing environment for the meat.
- Arrange beef pieces in a single layer, allowing each morsel to develop a rich golden-brown exterior by cooking approximately 2 minutes per side.
- Transfer seared meat to a separate plate, preserving the delectable caramelized surfaces.
- Reduce skillet heat and melt butter, creating a luxurious base for the aromatic sauce.
- Quickly incorporate minced garlic and grated ginger, releasing their intense fragrances throughout the pan.
- Pour in soy sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, transforming the liquid into a glossy, complex coating.
- Allow sauce to simmer and reduce, thickening until it develops a silky, lustrous consistency.
- Reintroduce the seared beef chunks into the glistening sauce, gently tumbling to ensure complete coverage.
- Briefly warm the meat in the sauce, melding flavors and ensuring optimal temperature.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and delicate green onion slices as a vibrant, textural garnish.
- Serve immediately alongside fluffy rice, tender noodles, or roasted seasonal vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- Ensure steak is at room temperature before cooking to guarantee even searing and maximum tenderness.
- Pat steak cubes completely dry with paper towels to achieve a perfect golden-brown crust without steaming.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for the best caramelization and deeper flavor development during searing.
- Choose a high-quality, tender cut like sirloin or ribeye for the most mouthwatering steak bites.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes – less for mild, more for spicy enthusiasts.
- Create a gluten-free version by replacing soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline cooking and prevent sauce from burning while measuring.
- Let steak rest briefly after initial searing to retain juices and prevent overcooking during sauce coating.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg