Description
This Sticky Honey Garlic Steak & Rotini is a perfect blend of savory steak and sweet, sticky honey garlic sauce over tender pasta. It’s easy to make, bursting with flavor, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special meal. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for an extra pop of flavor!
Ingredients
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For the Steak:
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (to make slurry)
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Chopped green onions & sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta:
Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with butter and Italian seasoning. Set aside. -
Prepare the Steak:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sear the steak for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the steak and set aside. -
Make the Sauce:
In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). -
Thicken the Sauce:
Mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry and add it to the sauce. Stir until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. -
Combine:
Return the steak to the skillet and toss to coat in the sticky sauce. Simmer for another 2 minutes to heat through. -
Serve:
Serve the steak and sauce over the prepared rotini pasta. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
- For extra flavor, top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg