Description
Honey Garlic Steak Bites are tender, juicy pieces of steak coated in a sticky, sweet, and savory honey garlic sauce. Quick to prepare and bursting with bold flavors, this versatile dish is perfect as an appetizer, main dish, or party snack, making it an easy favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Main Ingredients
- 1 lb tender steak (such as sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari/coconut aminos for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional), a dash for spice
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Cut the steak into evenly sized bite pieces for quick and uniform cooking. Mince the fresh garlic and measure out the honey, soy sauce, and olive oil for easy access during cooking.
- Sear the Steak: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak bites in a single layer and sear them until browned on all sides but still tender inside, about 3-4 minutes depending on thickness.
- Create the Honey Garlic Sauce: Reduce heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the pan. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in honey and soy sauce, allowing the mixture to simmer and thicken slightly into a luscious glaze.
- Coat and Finish: Toss the seared steak bites in the honey garlic sauce, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cook together for an additional 1-2 minutes so flavors meld perfectly.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish as desired. The dish is best enjoyed warm and fresh.
Notes
- Use room temperature steak for even cooking and tenderness.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan; sear in batches if needed to achieve a crispy crust.
- Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for best aroma and flavor.
- Adjust honey quantity to your preferred sweetness level.
- Let the steak bites rest for a minute before serving to enhance juiciness and flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Honey Garlic Steak Bites, quick steak recipe, easy appetizers, savory steak bites, gluten-free steak bites
