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Sticky Honey Garlic Beef with Crispy Sesame Potatoes

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This Sticky Honey Garlic Beef is packed with bold, caramelized flavors, featuring tender soy-glazed beef strips coated in a rich honey garlic sauce. Paired with crispy sesame potatoes, this dish combines sweet, savory, and crunchy textures, making it better than takeout and perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
    Step 1: Prepare the Crispy Sesame Potatoes
    1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
    2. In a large bowl, toss halved potatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
    3. Spread them out on a lined baking sheet in a single layer.
    4. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
    5. 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
    1. 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.
    2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
    3. Sear the beef in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and crispy. Remove and set aside.
    4. In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
    5. Stir in honey, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
    6. Return the beef to the pan, tossing to coat it in the sticky sauce.
    7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
    Step 3: Assemble & Serve
    1. Serve the sticky honey garlic beef alongside the crispy sesame potatoes.
    2. Garnish with extra sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
    3. Enjoy immediately while hot!

    Notes

    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.

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