Description
Garlic Honey Steak Bites are a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender sirloin steak marinated in a savory-sweet blend of low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and garlic, then pan-seared to a perfect golden brown. Ideal for busy weeknights, this simple 5-ingredient recipe delivers big on taste with minimal prep and cook time.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Marinade
- 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, fat trimmed, diced into cubes just under 1-inch
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 Tbsp)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
Garnish (Optional)
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate the Steak: Place the diced sirloin steak pieces in a gallon-size resealable bag. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic until well combined. Pour the marinade over the steak in the bag, seal it tightly while pressing out excess air, and massage the marinade evenly over the steak pieces to coat them thoroughly.
- Refrigerate to Marinate: Transfer the sealed bag to the refrigerator and let the steak marinate for 1 to 2 hours. This allows the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat, boosting savory sweetness and tenderness.
- Heat the Skillet: When ready to cook, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a heavy non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should shimmer slightly, indicating it’s hot enough to sear the steak properly.
- Sear the Steak Bites: Remove half of the steak pieces from the marinade, spacing them apart in the skillet so they aren’t crowded. Let them sear without moving for about 1 minute, until golden brown on one side.
- Flip and Cook Through: Flip the steak bites to the other side and continue cooking for about 1 more minute or until the internal temperature reaches a safe 145°F (medium rare to medium doneness). Adjust time slightly if you prefer your steak more or less cooked.
- Repeat for Remaining Steak: Transfer cooked steak bites to a plate and repeat the searing process with the remaining steak pieces and the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the garlic honey steak bites warm, garnished with sliced green onions or a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This recipe is incredibly tasty yet easy with only 5 main ingredients, making it perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
- The marinade time can be adjusted between 1 to 2 hours depending on how flavorful you want the steak bites.
- Using a heavy non-stick skillet helps achieve a great sear without sticking or burning.
- Feel free to swap in vegetable oil if olive oil is not on hand.
- Adjust cooking times slightly according to desired doneness and steak cube size.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 364 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 103 mg
