Description
This Brown Sugar Glazed Beef features tender, juicy beef slices coated in a sweet and savory glaze, making it the perfect quick dinner option. Serve it over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal
Ingredients
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For the Beef:
- 1 lb beef steak (sirloin, flank, or ribeye), thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
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For the Brown Sugar Glaze:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated (or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional for an added depth of flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for a little heat)
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For Garnish (optional):
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions
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Prepare the Beef:
Season the beef slices with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the beef in batches to the skillet, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook the beef for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside. -
Make the Brown Sugar Glaze:
In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and ginger.
Allow the sauce to simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
If you like a bit of spice, add red pepper flakes and sesame oil at this stage. -
Combine Beef and Glaze:
Return the cooked beef to the skillet, tossing it in the brown sugar glaze. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the beef is coated in the sauce and warmed through.
Taste and adjust with more salt, pepper, or vinegar if necessary.
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Serve:
Serve the brown sugar beef over rice, noodles, or with steamed vegetables.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a fresh, flavorful touch.
Notes
- Add Veggies: Stir in bell peppers, onions, or broccoli to make it a more complete meal.
- Make It Spicier: Add more red pepper flakes or drizzle some sriracha for extra heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg