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Sweet And Spicy Garlic Steak Pasta

Sweet And Spicy Garlic Steak Pasta for a Flavorful Night In

This Sweet And Spicy Garlic Steak Pasta is a delightful dish that's quick to prepare, combining tender steak with a vibrant sauce for a flavorful dining experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Fettuccine or Spaghetti Pasta Substitute with gluten-free pasta if desired.
For the Steak
  • 1 lb Flank Steak Can substitute with sirloin or ribeye.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste based on heat preference.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Can swap with tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar White wine vinegar can be used instead.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Can replace with other favorite vegetables.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Used for garnish.
Seasoning
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and reserve a little pasta water.
  2. Prepare the Steak: Pat flank steak dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Sauté the Bell Peppers: In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until softened. Set aside.
  4. Sear the Steak: In the same skillet, sear flank steak for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and let rest.
  5. Create the Sauce: Lower heat, add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
  6. Add the Flavorful Components: Stir in soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Combine the Steak and Peppers: Return steak and bell peppers to the skillet, toss in sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Mix in the Pasta: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  9. Serve and Garnish: Plate and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Perfectly sliced steak should be cut against the grain for tenderness; adjust spice levels to personal preference. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.

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