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Honey Garlic Butter Steak and Rice – Sweet, Savory, and Satisfying

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Tender steak bites glazed in a sticky honey garlic butter sauce, served over fluffy rice. A sweet, savory, and satisfying skillet meal perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 12 tsp cornstarch (optional)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¼ cup honey

  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

  • 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice

  • Optional: sliced scallions, red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Cook rice according to package directions; keep warm.

  • Season steak cubes with salt, pepper, and optional cornstarch.

  • Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak in batches, 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.

  • In same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (30 seconds).

  • Add honey and soy sauce. Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.

  • Return steak to skillet. Toss to coat and heat through.

  • Serve over rice. Garnish with scallions and pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

  • Add steamed vegetables for a full meal.

  • Substitute tamari for gluten-free option.

  • Sauce can be doubled for extra richness.