Description
A delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors wrapped in tender, juicy steak, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lb sirloin steak (or ribeye, strip steak, or tenderloin)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (or your favorite cooking oil)
- For garnish: Sesame seeds and chopped green onions (omit sesame seeds for AIP)
- 1/2 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil (or olive oil for AIP)
- 4 garlic cloves (peeled)
- 1 pitted medjool date (or 2 tsp maple syrup for non-Whole30)
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- Optional: 2 tsp gochugaru (Korean chili pepper flakes) – omit for AIP
Instructions
- Start by cutting the steak into 1-inch cubes or bite-sized pieces and place them in a resealable bag.
- In a blender, combine coconut aminos, toasted sesame oil, garlic cloves, medjool date (or maple syrup), and fresh ginger. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the marinade over the steak in the bag, seal the bag tightly, and massage it gently to coat each piece evenly.
- Place the marinated steak in the fridge to marinate for 2 hours to overnight for maximum flavor.
- Once marinated, remove from the fridge and drain the steak, discarding the marinade.
- For stovetop method: Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak bites, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally until they are browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
- For air fryer method: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Add steak bites to the basket in a single layer and cook for about 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
Notes
Marinate steak bites a day ahead for deeper flavors. Slice against the grain for tenderness. Store leftovers airtight in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Air Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg