Teriyaki Steak Bites with Zucchini and Rice Recipe
These Teriyaki Steak Bites are a quick and flavorful meal featuring tender top sirloin steak pieces seared to perfection and coated in a rich, homemade teriyaki sauce. Paired with sautéed zucchini and served over steamed white rice, this dish combines savory, sweet, and umami flavors for a satisfying dinner that comes together in just 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Steak and Vegetables
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter
- 1 Tablespoon cooking oil (vegetable oil)
- 1½ to 2 Pounds top sirloin steak, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 Bunch green onions, sliced
- White rice, cooked (for serving)
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional topping)
Teriyaki Sauce
- ½ Cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ Cup soy sauce
- 2 Tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 Tablespoons mirin (or substitute rice vinegar)
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 Cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tablespoon ginger, finely minced
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Heat: Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for searing the steak.
- Sear: Add the bite-size pieces of top sirloin steak to the hot pan in a single layer. Sear the steak on all sides for 3 to 5 minutes until browned. If necessary, cook the steak in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Cook zucchini: Remove the seared steak to a plate and melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Add the thinly sliced zucchini and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until tender. Transfer zucchini to a plate and set aside.
- Whisk sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, mirin (or rice vinegar), Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and cornstarch until smooth and well combined.
- Thicken sauce: Return the cooked steak bites to the skillet and pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over them. Toss everything together to coat the steak evenly. Simmer the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce has thickened and clings to the steak.
- Garnish and serve: Serve the teriyaki steak bites and sautéed zucchini over cooked white rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and add sliced avocado on top if desired for a creamy texture and extra flavor.
Notes
- To avoid overcooking the steak, sear in batches if the pan is crowded to ensure even browning.
- Mirin can be substituted with rice vinegar for a similar tangy flavor.
- Use cornstarch mixed well into the sauce to achieve a glossy and thickened teriyaki coating.
- This dish pairs well with steamed jasmine or basmati rice for authentic flavor.
- Avocado topping is optional but adds a creamy balance to the sweet and savory sauce.
