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Sweet Chili Garlic Steak Bites with Coconut Rice

This Sweet Chili Garlic Steak Bites with Coconut Rice is bursting with bold, sweet, and savory flavors for an easy, satisfying meal any night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb beef steak cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

Prepare the Coconut Rice
  1. Rinse 1 cup of jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, 1 cup coconut milk, 1 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  4. Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Cut and Season the Steak
  1. Slice beef steak into roughly 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss steak pieces with freshly cracked black pepper and a pinch of salt.
Sear the Steak Bites
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering hot.
  2. Add steak bites in a single layer without crowding the pan. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to preferred doneness.
  3. Remove steak bites from skillet and set aside.
Make the Sweet Chili Garlic Sauce
  1. Reduce heat to medium in the same skillet and add minced garlic. Sauté about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon honey. Stir and simmer 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.
Combine and Glaze the Steak Bites
  1. Return seared steak bites to skillet and toss to coat evenly in sweet chili garlic sauce.
  2. Cook an additional minute to allow flavors to meld, then remove from heat.
Plate and Garnish
  1. Spoon fluffy coconut rice onto plates, top with glazed steak bites, and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.

Notes

  • Use tender cuts like sirloin or ribeye for juicy, flavorful steak bites.
  • Rinsing jasmine rice before cooking ensures fluffy, non-sticky rice.
  • Store cooked rice and steak bites separately in airtight containers and reheat gently to maintain texture and flavor.