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Glazed Sticky Beef Bites

Mouthwatering Glazed Sticky Beef Bites You Can't Resist

These Glazed Sticky Beef Bites are a savory and sweet dish that's gluten-free adaptable, perfect for meal prep or hosting friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Well-marbled for tenderness.
For Searing
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil High smoke point oil like canola or grapeseed.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh is best.
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Ginger Or use ½ teaspoon ground ginger per tablespoon.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Chicken broth may also be used.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can also work.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional; adjust based on spice preference.
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Vital for thickening the glaze.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the beef chuck roast cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef cubes for 4–5 minutes on each side.
  3. Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, then add minced garlic and ginger.
  4. Return the beef to the pot, add soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes.
  5. Bring to a simmer, cover, and braise on low for 2–3 hours until the beef is tender.
  6. Mix cornstarch with cold water, add to pot while stirring, and cook for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Serve hot, drizzled with sauce, alongside rice, noodles, or lettuce wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

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