Crock Pot Teriyaki Steak Bites
User Reviews
4.6
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
271 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
Crock Pot Teriyaki Steak Bites
Description
This recipe starts by marinating bite-sized sirloin pieces in a sauce made from pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic and ginger, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper. Slow cooking in a crock pot over several hours allows the meat to absorb these layered flavors while becoming tender. After cooking, the sauce may be strained and thickened to a glaze-like consistency using a cornstarch slurry if a thicker texture is preferred.
The resulting steak bites have a balance of sweetness from pineapple and brown sugar, acidity from apple cider vinegar, and warmth from garlic and ginger. Topping with green onions and sesame seeds adds freshness and crunch. These bites are suitable as a main dish served over steamed rice alongside vegetables such as broccoli or asparagus.
This recipe can accommodate different cuts of meat like stew meat or chuck roast. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to three days. Adjust the steak thickness or cutting style to vary texture, with thinner slices possible by pounding the meat before cooking.
Ingredients
- 3 lb. sirloin steak
- 2 Tbsp. corn starch + 1/4 cup cold water
Sauce:
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp. garlic minced
- 2 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp. ginger fresh, minced
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- green onion garnish ideas
- sesame seed garnish ideas
Instructions
- Set the steak out at least 30 minutes before cutting into pieces.
- In a liquid measuring cup, whisk together all ingredients for the sauce and set aside.
- Then, cut the sirloin into bite sized pieces. Place sirloin pieces in the bottom of a crock pot followed by the sauce all over the top.
- Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours. Stir every hour or so.
- The sauce will be thin. If you like it that way, perfect! If you'd like to thicken it (which I recommend), carefully pour the sauce through a fine mesh sieve and then pour the strained sauce in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Mix the cornstarch and water together and whisk it into the sauce until it thickens. Taste and adjust sauce as needed.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy as is or serve with rice and your veggie of choice! I like broccoli, asparagus or a green salad.
Notes
- Stew meat, round steak, chuck roast, or flat iron steak can substitute for sirloin.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- For thinner pieces, pound steak slices to about 1/8 inch thickness instead of cubing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 271 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 271kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 22.2g | 7% |
| Protein | 31.3g | 63% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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