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Save yourself the takeout order, this hits the same sweet, savory, sticky craving in about 35 minutes. The beef gets a light cornstarch coating so it crisps up properly in the pan, then gets tossed in a honey garlic sauce that clings to every piece. I make a double batch of the sauce now because someone in my house always wants extra to spoon over the potatoes too.

Timings

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients (Serves 4-6)

For the Sticky Honey Garlic Beef:

1 ½ lbs flank steak or ribeye, thinly sliced
3 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp olive oil
½ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
3 tbsp chopped green onions

For the Crispy Sesame Potatoes:

1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crispy Sesame Potatoes

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large bowl, toss halved potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Spread them out on a lined baking sheet in a single layer.

Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
In the last 5 minutes, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and sesame seeds, then broil for extra crispiness.

Step 2: Cook the Sticky Honey Garlic Beef

In a bowl, toss thinly sliced beef with cornstarch until evenly coated. This helps the sauce cling to the beef and gives it a crispy texture.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Sear the beef in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Stir in honey, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the beef to the pan, tossing to coat it in the sticky sauce.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

Step 3: Assemble & Serve

Serve the sticky honey garlic beef alongside the crispy sesame potatoes.

Garnish with extra sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Enjoy immediately while hot!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving, Approximate)

Calories: 540
Protein: 40g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fat: 18g

Want a Healthier Version?
✔ Swap baby potatoes for roasted cauliflower.
✔ Use low-sodium soy sauce and reduce honey to cut sugar.
✔ Swap white rice vinegar for apple cider vinegar for a slightly lighter flavor.

If you’re after something a little more indulgent, my creamy garlic butter steak and Parmesan smashed potatoes is worth trying too. To balance out the sweetness here, I like serving this alongside my best Cobb salad.