Description
This Sticky Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Beef recipe offers a tropical twist with tender beef coated in a sweet and savory glaze. It’s a flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh pineapple
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Green onions, sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine beef cubes, pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Remove beef from marinade, reserving the marinade. Discard any garlic or ginger solids.
- Sear beef cubes in the hot skillet until browned on all sides.
- Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet with the beef. Bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the beef, creating a sticky pineapple brown sugar glaze.
- Add chopped fresh pineapple to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve the Sticky Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Beef hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Ensure the beef is coated evenly with the sticky pineapple brown sugar glaze for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg