Description

Sticky Honey Garlic Steak and Rotini is a comforting and flavor-packed meal that pairs juicy, caramelized steak bites with tender rotini pasta. The savory-sweet honey garlic glaze enhances the dish with rich, sticky goodness that clings to every bite of meat and pasta. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a quick meal that impresses without much effort.

Ingredients

For the steak:

1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cubed

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 tbsp butter

For the honey garlic glaze:

3 tbsp honey

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (optional)

For the rotini:

8 oz rotini pasta

Salt for boiling water

1 tbsp butter or olive oil

1 tbsp glaze (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the steak by patting it dry and seasoning with salt and pepper. Let rest 10 minutes.
Boil the rotini in salted water until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and toss with butter or oil.
Mix the glaze ingredients in a bowl: honey, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and optional cornstarch slurry.
Sear the steak in a hot skillet with olive oil. Sear 1–2 minutes per side. Add butter near the end.
Add the glaze to the steak. Stir to coat and simmer 2–3 minutes until sticky.
Optional: Toss cooked pasta with a spoon of glaze. Plate steak with pasta and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course