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Glazed Sticky Beef Bites

Irresistibly Tender Glazed Sticky Beef Bites You'll Love

These Glazed Sticky Beef Bites are a perfect blend of savory and sweet, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Choose a well-marbled piece.
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For searing.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce (Low-Sodium) Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste.
For Thickening the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Mix with cold water.
  • 2 tablespoons Cold Water For slurry.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Beef - Pat the beef chuck roast cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Sear the Beef - Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven, add beef cubes, and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Step 3: Sauté Aromatics - Sauté chopped onions in the same pot for 5 minutes, then add minced garlic and grated ginger for another 1-2 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Combine Ingredients - Return beef to the pot, add soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, and rice vinegar. Stir to combine.
  5. Step 5: Braise the Beef - Simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low, cover, and braise for 2-3 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Step 6: Thicken the Glaze - Mix cornstarch and cold water, then stir into the pot until the sauce thickens.
  7. Step 7: Serve Up and Enjoy - Serve hot over rice or noodles, garnished with cilantro or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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