Sweet and Spicy Steak Bites

Sweet and Spicy Steak Bites

Let’s make some sweet and spicy steak bites! These are bite-sized pieces of beef marinated in a flavorful mix of honey, soy sauce, chili paste, and garlic. Cook them up in a hot skillet, and you’ll end up with perfectly seared steak bites that are juicy and tender inside. Whether you’re whipping these up as an appetizer, snack, or a quick dinner, they’ll be a hit every time.

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Start with the Right Steak

To make these steak bites, grab a cut like sirloin, flank, or skirt steak. These are affordable, tender, and full of flavor. Trim off any extra fat and then cut the steak into bite-sized pieces so they’re ready to marinate and cook.

Other Steak Options

Strip Steak for bold flavor.

Filet Mignon for a tender bite.

Ribeye for rich marbling.

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What You’ll Need For These Sweet & Spicy Steak Bites

Here’s what you’ll need to pull this recipe together:

  • 1.5 lb. beef sirloin steak (or any cut you like, cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp chili paste
  • Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

If you like things extra spicy, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes!

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Instructions:

Step 1: Prep the Beef

First, slice the beef into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2: Make the Marinade

Mix the garlic, soy sauce, honey, chili paste, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Toss the beef into the marinade, making sure every piece is coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least an hour—or overnight if you’ve got the time.

Step 3: Cook the Steak

Heat a cast iron skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat, and drizzle in some olive oil. Once the pan is hot, take the beef out of the marinade and let the excess drip off. Discard the remaining marinade.

Lay the steak pieces in the pan in a single layer, and cook them for 2-3 minutes on each side. They’ll get a nice crust on the outside while staying juicy inside.

Tips for Cooking Beef Tips

When you’re ready to cook, it’s essential to make sure your cast iron skillet or frying pan is nice and hot before adding the steak bites. This will help ensure that the beef develops a good sear on the outside while remaining tender and juicy on the inside. To cook the meat:

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  1. Use tongs to add the marinated pieces to the skillet, shaking off any excess marinade before adding them to the pan.
  2. Cook the steak pieces for 2-3 minutes per side or until they develop a dark crust and are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
  3. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan, which can cause the beef to steam instead of sear.
Leftover Steak Bites?

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, add the beef to a hot skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes per side or until warmed. You can also reheat in a greased baking dish in the oven covered at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or until heated.

There you have it—sweet and spicy steak bites that are packed with flavor. Try them out and see how quickly they disappear. Let me know how they turned out or if you gave them your own twist!

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Sweet and Spicy Steak Bites

Nettie
Sweet, spicy, and irresistibly juicy! These steak bites are marinated in a flavorful blend of honey, soy sauce, garlic, and chili paste, then seared to perfection. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or quick dinner!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings servings
Calories 328 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb. beef sirloin steak or beef of choice cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp chili paste
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Cut beef into bite-sized pieces
  • In a medium bowl mix 4 cloves of minced garlic, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp chili paste in a bowl. Add the beef to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • When ready to cook, drizzle olive oil in a cast iron skillet or frying pan and preheat over medium-high heat. Make sure your pan is good and hot! Remove the beef from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
  • Cook the meat for 2-3 minutes per side or until cooked to your desired level of doneness. Serve the sweet and spicy steak bites over hot rice, noodles, or as an appetizer.

Notes

    • Use tongs to add the marinated pieces to the skillet, shaking off any excess marinade before adding them to the pan.
    • Cook the steak pieces for 2-3 minutes per side or until they develop a dark crust and are cooked to your desired level of doneness.
    • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan, which can cause the beef to steam instead of sear.
    • When it comes to the nutrition information provided for recipes, it’s important to keep in mind that it’s just an estimate. The actual nutritional values can vary based on the specific ingredients and brands you use. Be mindful that any nutritional information provided is intended as a general guideline rather than exact values.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 328kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 907mgPotassium: 677mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 3mg
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