Sweet Spicy Garlic Steak Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Steak
01 -
450 g flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
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15 ml soy sauce
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8 g cornstarch
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Fine sea salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For the Pasta and Sauce
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225 g fettuccine, linguine, or spaghetti
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30 ml olive oil, divided
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5–6 cloves garlic, minced
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0.25 g red pepper flakes, or to taste
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60 ml low-sodium soy sauce
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25 g brown sugar or 30 g honey
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15 ml rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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15 ml sriracha or chili garlic sauce, adjusted to taste
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14 g butter, optional, for richness
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120 ml reserved pasta water
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Chopped green onions, for garnish
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Sesame seeds, for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine sliced steak with soy sauce, cornstarch, a pinch of salt, and pepper in a bowl. Allow to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes while preparing other components.
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Boil the pasta in generously salted water until al dente. Reserve 120 ml of the cooking water before draining the pasta; set aside.
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Heat 15 ml olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange steak strips in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and just cooked through. Work in batches if necessary. Transfer steak to a plate and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium in the same skillet. Add remaining 15 ml olive oil and minced garlic; sauté until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Incorporate red pepper flakes, soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, vinegar, and sriracha. Stir and let simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Return cooked pasta and steak to the skillet. Add a splash of reserved pasta water, tossing well to coat all ingredients with sauce. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes to meld flavors. Stir in butter for additional richness if desired.
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Plate the pasta and beef, then top generously with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Add extra chili sauce for additional heat, if preferred.
# Notes:
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For an ultra-tender dish, substitute ribeye or New York strip for the steak.
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Add broccoli, snap peas, or bell peppers for more vegetables and texture.
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To achieve a creamier mouthfeel, stir in a splash of cream or cream cheese before serving.
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To moderate the heat, omit the sriracha and red pepper flakes for a gentler sweet garlic flavor.