Recipe Background
Asian Steak Bites offer a savory, sweet, and slightly spicy experience.
Asian Steak Bites are quick to cook and full of rich flavors. The ribeye steak, marinated in savory soy and hoisin sauces, transforms into tender bites kissed with a touch of sweetness and spice. That chili garlic sauce adds a pleasant zing, weaving warmth through each mouthful. It’s a dish that begs to be shared, whether scooped up with chopsticks or a fork.
As you sear the steak, the aroma of sizzling meat mingles with toasted sesame oil, filling your kitchen with an inviting fragrance. A critical insight—ensure your skillet is hot enough to singe the edges of the steak quickly, locking in juices. This helps achieve the perfect balance of crispy exterior and juicy interior, creating that satisfying bite.
Topped with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and vibrant green onion, these steak bites are meant to be a conversation starter at any gathering. The glossy sauce clings to each piece, offering a delightful balance of umami and subtle heat. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course accompanied by a bowl of fluffy rice, it's sure to surprise and please any group, no matter their age or preference.
Ingredients
For the steak and the marinade:
- 1- pound ribeye steak cut into 1-inch bite-size pieces
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 2 teaspoons sweet soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
- 2 tablespoons water
For the cooking and garnish:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or sesame oil
- green onion to taste, sliced
- sesame seeds to taste
Directions
- In a medium-size bowl, combine the steak, 1 tablespoon of the soy sauce, 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce, the sweet soy sauce, the black pepper, the cornstarch, and the baking soda together.
- Heat a wok or a skillet over high heat until hot.
- Whisk the remaining hoisin sauce, the remaining soy sauce, the honey, the chili garlic sauce, and the water in a small bowl.
- Add the oil to the hot wok.
- Add the marinated steak to the hot oil in a single layer.
- Sear the steak for 1 minute before tossing and stirring.
- Sear the steak until medium-rare, about 2 minutes.
- Pour the sauce over the steak bites and cook until thickened, about 1 minute.
- Transfer the wok from the heat.
- Serve, garnished with the green onion and the sesame seeds.
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