Description
Sticky Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Beef is a tropical-inspired dish that combines tender beef with a sweet and savory glaze. This quick and flavorful recipe features succulent beef chunks coated in a rich, sticky sauce made from brown sugar and pineapple, perfect for impressing family and friends. Serve it over rice or with fresh vegetables for a delightful meal that's sure to please any palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- 1. Cut the beef chuck roast into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and sear the beef until golden brown on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- 3. In a bowl, mix brown sugar, soy sauce, ginger paste, minced garlic, and cornstarch until smooth.
- 4. Pour the glaze over the seared beef in the skillet; add pineapple chunks and toss to coat.
- 5. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until the beef is tender.
- 6. Serve over rice or with steamed vegetables, drizzling remaining glaze on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the beef in soy sauce and pineapple juice for an hour before cooking. - Substitute beef with chicken or pork for a different twist. - Fresh herbs like cilantro can brighten up the dish when served.