Description
Crockpot Teriyaki Steak Bites are a delightful blend of savory flavors and tender meat. This easy recipe features sirloin steak and pineapple in a delicious teriyaki sauce, making it perfect for a quick dinner or a comforting meal. Enjoy a hearty dish with minimal prep and maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds sirloin steak (cut into bite-size pieces)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (drained)
- ¾ cup pineapple juice
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Scallions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the steak bites with salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the steak pieces until lightly browned.
- Transfer the seared steak to the slow cooker and add the pineapple chunks.
- In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and cornstarch.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the steak and give it a quick stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours, until the steak is tender.
- Stir the sauce before serving to coat everything evenly.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the mix for extra flavor and nutrition.
Adjust the level of sweetness by varying the brown sugar according to your taste.
For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes when seasoning the steak.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg