Description
These Crockpot Honey Garlic Steak Bites are tender, juicy, and packed with flavor! Slow-cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, this easy dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. With just 10 simple ingredients, the crockpot does all the work, leaving you with melt-in-your-mouth steak bites the whole family will love!
Ingredients
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For the Steak Bites
- 2 lbs stew beef (or sirloin, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
For Garnish
- Sesame seeds, for topping
- Fresh parsley or scallions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steak Bites – Pat stew beef dry with a paper towel and place in the crockpot.
- Make the Sauce – In a bowl, whisk together honey, ketchup, soy sauce, minced garlic, and oregano. Pour over the steak bites.
- Slow Cook – Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2½ hours, until the beef is tender.
- Thicken the Sauce – In a small bowl, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry. Stir into the crockpot and cook for 15 more minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
- Serve & Garnish – Sprinkle with sesame seeds and fresh parsley or scallions. Serve over rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- For extra richness, sear the steak bites in a skillet with 1 tbsp butter before adding them to the crockpot.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
- Make it spicy! Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat.
