Description
This Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender, juicy steak with perfectly cooked rotini pasta. The sweet and savory honey garlic sauce coats the steak and pasta, creating a sticky, mouthwatering meal that’s sure to become a family favorite. It’s an easy one-pan recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or weekend dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or white vinegar)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional for extra flavor)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
For the Rotini:
- 8 oz rotini pasta (or your favorite pasta)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Rotini:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini according to the package directions until al dente, about 9-10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Toss the pasta with a tablespoon of olive oil and dried Italian herbs (if using) to prevent sticking. Set aside. - Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil (if using). If you prefer a thicker sauce, whisk in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Set the sauce aside. - Cook the Steak:
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak slices with salt and pepper. Once the skillet is hot, add the steak in a single layer, cooking for about 2-3 minutes per side until the steak is browned and cooked through. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside. - Make the Sticky Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Pour in the honey garlic sauce and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly. - Combine the Steak and Pasta:
Return the cooked steak to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat the steak in the sticky sauce. Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to help the sauce coat the pasta evenly. - Serve:
Serve the sticky honey garlic steak and rotini on plates, garnished with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of this easy, delicious meal!
Notes
- You can also add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or spinach to the skillet for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or a dash of Sriracha to the sauce.
- If you don’t have cornstarch, you can skip it and use a little extra honey to help thicken the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 50mg