Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini
Sweet, savory, and oh-so-satisfying!
Imagine tender strips of steak caramelized in a sticky honey garlic glaze, tossed with perfectly al dente rotini that soaks up every drop of bold, umami-packed sauce. This is more than just dinner—it’s an explosion of flavor in every bite!
Why You’ll Crave This Dish
- 30-Minute Wonder: Weeknight-friendly, yet tastes like a five-star meal.
- Sticky, Garlicky Perfection: The sauce? It clings. It shines. It wows.
- One Skillet = Less Mess: All the flavor, none of the chaos.
- Kid-Approved: Sweet enough for the little ones, bold enough for grown-up taste buds.
What You’ll Need
For the Steak:
- 1 lb sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional but amazing)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup water
Garnish:
- 2 tbsp green onions, sliced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
How to Make It
Step 1: Marinate the Steak
Toss steak slices with soy sauce, salt, pepper, and cornstarch. Let sit for 5–10 minutes to soak up all that goodness.
Step 2: Get That Sear
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add steak in a single layer and sear 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside—you’ll want those golden edges!
Step 3: Cook the Pasta
In the same skillet, pour in beef broth and water. Bring to a boil. Add rotini and cook 8–10 minutes until just tender. Most of the liquid will be absorbed (flavor = built-in!).
Step 4: Make the Magic Sauce
Lower heat. Add butter and garlic, sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili flakes. Let simmer till thickened and glossy.
Step 5: Combine & Coat
Return steak to the pan, tossing it into that sticky glaze. Add pasta and stir until every spiral is coated and shiny.
Step 6: Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot, and watch the forks race.
Tips for Irresistible Results
- Slice Against the Grain: Guarantees melt-in-your-mouth steak.
- Crispy Edges = Flavor: Don’t overcrowd the pan. Let each piece brown beautifully.
- Saucy or Extra Saucy? Double the sauce if you’re team “more is more.”
- Balance the Sweetness: Adjust honey and soy to taste.
Perfect Pairings
- Garlic Sautéed Broccoli
- Cucumber Sesame Salad
- Toasted Garlic Bread (yes, carbs on carbs!)
Final Word
This isn’t just dinner—it’s a flavor-packed experience.
Sticky, savory, sweet, and satisfying in one skillet. Once you try it, it’ll go straight to the top of your weeknight dinner list.
Tried it? Tag your version with #HoneyGarlicSteakRotini and let the world drool!
