What’s the difference between steak bites and steak tips?

Steak bites are usually smaller, quick-seared pieces of steak that get finished in a sauce. Steak tips are a little larger and oftentimes marinated first before cooking.

What other veggies could I serve with this?

Broccoli is my go-to, but bell peppers, snap peas, snow peas, green beans or zucchini all work great here. Use whatever you have.

How should I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat with an ice cube and microwave for 60–90 seconds so the rice and steak don’t dry out.

Sweet and Saucy Teriyaki Steak Bites (20-Minute Dinner)

Name: Easy Teriyaki Steak Bites (20-Minute Dinner)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-493695H1M40S
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 3/4 cup orange, pineapple or mango juice (or water); ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce; ¼ cup honey; 1-2 teaspoons sriracha (optional); 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 3 cloves garlic, grated; 1-inch knob ginger, grated; 2 lb top sirloin steak, ribeye steak or beef tenderloin, cubed into bite-sized pieces; Salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon avocado oil

Description

Sweet, saucy and just a little spicy, these teriyaki steak bites come together in 20 minutes for an easy, satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 cup orange, pineapple or mango juice (or water)
1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1-2 teaspoons sriracha (optional)
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
3 cloves garlic, grated
1-inch knob ginger, grated
2 lb top sirloin steak, ribeye steak or beef tenderloin, cubed into bite-sized pieces
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon avocado oil

For serving: jasmine rice, steamed broccoli, green onions, sesame seeds

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Instructions

In a liquid measuring cup or salad shaker whisk together the cornstarch and juice or water until no lumps remain. Add the soy sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, garlic and ginger and whisk or shake until fully combined.
Pat the beef dry and use a sharp chef’s knife to cut the meat into bite-sized cubes. Season the meat with big pinches of salt and pepper.
In a large cast iron skillet, heat the avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add the steak cubes in an even layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, for a total of 6-8 minutes, until fully cooked through and there is a bit of golden brown caramelization on each piece. The meat will likely release a bit of fat/moisture- I like to take a paper towel and blot up any excess moisture so the steak gets a nice sear, instead of steaming in the excess liquid.
Reduce the heat to low and add the sauce. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce is thickened and coats the steak pieces.
Serve teriyaki steak bites with any grain and veggie of choice (I like rice and broccoli, see directions in the notes!) Drizzle on some extra teriyaki sauce and top with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Broccoli: Fill a pot with about 2 inches of water and bring to a low boil. Place broccoli florets in a steamer basket and set basket over boiling water. Cover with a lid and cook for 7-10 minutes until the broccoli is perfectly crisp tender. Season with a pinch of salt.

Rice: Rinse 1 ¼ cups jasmine rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Add the rice to a medium saucepan along with 2 ¼ cups water and a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil uncovered, then reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes. After ten minutes, turn the heat off, DO NOT remove the lid and let sit another 10 minutes. Remove lid, fluff with a fork and enjoy!

Air fryer steak bites: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and pat the beef dry, drizzle with 1-2 teaspoons avocado oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange steak cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, (you may need to work in two batches) cooking for 6-8 minutes, shaking halfway through. While the steak cooks, prepare the sauce on the stovetop by combining all ingredients in a small saucepan and simmering a few minutes until thickened. Once the steak is cooked, toss with the sauce and serve.

See above blog post for tips, ingredient information and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (nutrition info calculated without rice or broccoli)
Calories: 383
Sugar: 18.7 g
Sodium: 710.8 mg
Fat: 8.1 g
Carbohydrates: 23.1 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 52.4 g
Cholesterol: 134 mg