Description
Looking for a dinner idea that’s bold, satisfying, and easy to make? Skillet Spicy Honey Garlic Beef Pasta is your new go-to! This easy recipe combines tender slices of beef with tagliatelle noodles, all coated in a rich, glossy sauce made from garlic, soy, honey, and sriracha. It’s the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy — all cooked in one pan. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner, a comforting weekend treat, or just new food ideas to mix things up, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort. With its punchy garlic aroma, sticky-sweet heat, and silky noodles, it’s one of those easy dinner recipes that feels gourmet but comes together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, spontaneous guests, or anytime you crave something irresistible.
Ingredients
- 300g (10 oz) sirloin steak or flank steak, thinly sliced
- 200g (7 oz) tagliatelle pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated parmesan or toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta until al dente, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water, and drain.
- Pat beef dry, season with salt and pepper, and toss with cornstarch if using.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef in batches for 1–2 minutes per side. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Stir in soy sauce, honey, vinegar, sriracha, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
- Return beef to skillet. Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well-coated.
- Garnish with herbs, sesame seeds, or parmesan. Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes