Description
Sweet and Spicy Garlic Steak Pasta is a flavorful Asian-inspired dish combining tender sirloin steak with a luscious sweet and spicy garlic sauce, served over perfectly cooked fettuccine or linguine. This recipe balances the heat from sriracha and red pepper flakes with the sweetness of brown sugar and the umami of soy sauce, creating a satisfying main course perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
Steak and Seasoning
- 1 pound sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 1/4 cup beef broth or water
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to keep warm.
- Prepare Steak: While the pasta cooks, toss the thinly sliced steak with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch, ensuring each slice is evenly coated for a crispy sear.
- Sear Steak: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak slices in a single layer and sear them for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside.
- Make Sauce: Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the brown sugar, low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine Pasta and Steak: Return the cooked pasta and seared steak to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together to coat evenly and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions, sesame seeds (if using), and fresh chopped parsley or cilantro over the top. Serve hot for a delectable sweet and spicy meal.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the dish’s spice level for a milder or spicier experience.
- This recipe is versatile—it works wonderfully with chicken or shrimp instead of steak.
- Incorporate steamed vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers to add nutrition and color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
