This skillet honey beef recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, with tender beef strips cooked to perfection in a sticky honey glaze. It's a quick and easy dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef slices and cook until browned, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the soy sauce mixture and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1-2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Add green onions and toss to combine.
- Serve the skillet honey beef over cooked rice and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Honey is not only a natural sweetener but also helps to tenderize the meat in this dish.
Beef sirloin is a lean cut of meat that is perfect for stir-frying and cooks quickly for busy weeknight dinners.