why make this recipe
Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini is a delightful meal that is both tasty and simple to prepare. The combination of tender steak strips and curly rotini pasta smothered in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce makes for a comforting dish. It’s ideal for any weeknight dinner, impressing family and friends alike while keeping your cooking time short and sweet.
how to make Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini
Ingredients :
- Tender steak strips
- Curly pasta (rotini)
- Honey
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh green salad (optional)
- Steamed broccoli (optional)
Directions :
- In a bowl, mix together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, and pepper to create the honey garlic sauce.
- In a skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat and add the steak strips. Cook until browned and cooked to your liking.
- Add the honey garlic sauce to the skillet and stir to coat the steak.
- Meanwhile, cook the rotini according to package instructions.
- Drain pasta and combine with the steak and sauce, tossing well to coat.
- Serve hot with a fresh green salad or steamed broccoli.
how to serve Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini
Serve Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini hot on a plate. You can add a side of fresh green salad or steamed broccoli for a balanced meal. This dish is flavorful enough to stand on its own, but the added sides provide great texture and color to your plate.
how to store Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini
To store leftovers, let the Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini cool down to room temperature. Place it in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator. It should last for up to 3 days. When ready to eat, reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until hot.
tips to make Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini
- Cut the steak into even strips for uniform cooking.
- Marinate the steak in the honey garlic sauce for about 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor.
- Add more vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for added nutrition and color.
variation
You can make this dish with chicken or shrimp instead of steak for a different taste. The same honey garlic sauce works beautifully with other proteins.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of pasta?
Yes, you can use any pasta you like, such as penne or spaghetti.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce and pasta.
Can I prepare the sauce in advance?
Absolutely! You can prepare the honey garlic sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Diet: None
Description
A delightful meal of tender steak strips and curly rotini pasta in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- Tender steak strips
- Curly pasta (rotini)
- Honey
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Salt
- Pepper
- Fresh green salad (optional)
- Steamed broccoli (optional)
Instructions
- Mix together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, and pepper to create the honey garlic sauce.
- Heat some oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add the steak strips. Cook until browned and cooked to your liking.
- Add the honey garlic sauce to the skillet and stir to coat the steak.
- Cook the rotini according to package instructions.
- Drain the pasta and combine it with the steak and sauce, tossing well to coat.
- Serve hot with a fresh green salad or steamed broccoli.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the steak in the honey garlic sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Feel free to add more vegetables for additional nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
