Description
Honey Glazed Beef Bites is a flavorful and satisfying dish featuring tender beef cubes coated in a sticky, sweet-savory honey glaze. Served alongside creamy pasta or rice, it creates a balanced, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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- 400g beef sirloin or tenderloin, cut into cubes
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- pasta, rice, or noodles for serving
Instructions
- Cut beef into uniform bite-sized cubes for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger (if using). Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add beef cubes in a single layer, sear each side until browned. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Once beef is browned and nearly cooked through, pour in honey-soy mixture.
- Reduce heat to medium and toss beef in sauce. Simmer, stirring often, until sauce thickens into a sticky glaze.
- Season with black pepper and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Serve hot over pasta, rice, or noodles.
Notes
- Add sriracha or chili paste for a spicier version.
- Stir in fresh lime or orange juice for a citrus twist.
- Top with chopped cilantro or Thai basil for added aroma.
- Toss in vegetables like snap peas or bell peppers during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg