Sweet and Sticky Steak Bites
These Sweet and Sticky Steak Bites are a quick and flavorful treat, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends. With a savory marinade of soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, they're sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
For the Marinade
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Low-sodium recommended
- 1/4 cup brown sugar Light or dark, depending on preference
- 2 tablespoons honey Adds sweetness and glaze
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Important for flavor
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated Fresh ginger recommended
For the Main Dish
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces) Uniform sizes for even cooking
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the bite-sized pieces of steak to the marinade and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the steak from the marinade, reserving the marinade.
Cooking
- Sear the steak bites in the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and let it bubble and thicken for a few minutes, coating the steak bites.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions if desired.
Notes
For best results, let the steak rest after cooking, and give it time to absorb the marinade flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 4gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgSugar: 14g
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