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Bowl of pineapple steak bites with caramelized pineapple chunks and glazed beef pieces

Pineapple Steak Bites

Sweet, buttery, and packed with bold flavor, these Pineapple Steak Bites come together in one skillet in under 30 minutes. Tender steak cubes and caramelized pineapple get coated in a rich garlic butter glaze that tastes absolutely incredible over rice or potatoes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Steak
  • 1½ pounds sirloin steak cut into bite-size cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pineapple Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season the Steak
  2. Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Toss with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. Sear the Steak
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Add steak bites in a single layer and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  6. Cook the Pineapple
  7. Add pineapple chunks to the same skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes until golden and slightly caramelized.
  8. Make the Sauce
  9. Lower heat slightly. Add butter and garlic. Stir for about 30 seconds.
  10. Mix in soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes. Stir until glossy and bubbling.
  11. Combine Everything
  12. Return steak bites to the skillet. Toss well to coat in sauce and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
  13. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.