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Sweet and Spicy Steak Bites

Published on July 30, 2026
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Sweet and Spicy Steak Bites
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4 Servings

teak bites are a staple in my weeknight dinner routine, and my secret to stretching a pair of steaks into a meal for the whole family. And while they’re perfectly tasty when seasoned simply with salt and pepper, adding sweetness, spice, and a squeeze of citrus takes them to a whole new level.

Here, bite-sized cubes of seasoned New York strip steak are charred in a skillet until the edges are browned and the inside is perfectly juicy, then fresh jalapeño slices and a sticky drizzle of honey are tossed in just before serving. The honey mixes with the steak’s juices, glazing each piece, and the slices of jalapeño sear and soak up the honey. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice to brighten the whole dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 small fresh jalapeño
  • 1 medium lime (optional)
  • 2 pounds (1 to 1 1/2-inch thick) New York strip steaks
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

  1. Thinly slice 1 small jalapeño into rounds. Cut 1 lime into wedges, if desired. Cut 2 pounds thick-cut New York strip steaks into 1-inch cubes and season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steak cubes and sear until browned, flipping them halfway through, 6 to 8 minutes total. Add 2 tablespoons honey and the jalapeño and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat and serve with the lime wedges.

Recipe Stats

  • Jul 30, 2026
  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Servings: 4 Servings
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