Teriyaki Steak Bites

These delicious teriyaki steak bites are quick and easy to make. They boast a rich Asian flavor and come out so juicy and succulent. This recipe is a keeper!

Are you a beef lover? If so, you might also like these garlic butter steak bites, hibachi steak, Philly cheesesteak casserole, or some grilled flank steak tacos.

Why You’ll Love It

So delicious: The harmonious Asian flavors and juicy steak make this such a flavorful dish.
Easy to make: You just need to sear the steak, cook the zucchini, make the sauce, and them mix them all together.
A speedy recipe: You can make teriyaki steak bites in under half an hour, which means they’re ideal for one of those busy weeknights.

Steak Teriyaki Bites Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Steak: I like to use top sirloin steak. You can use any cut of steak you enjoy – rib eye, sirloin or New York strip steak, for example.
Butter and oil: For frying the steak and the zucchini. Use any kind of oil – olive oil, canola oil or vegetable oil perhaps.
Zucchini: For color and flavor.
Brown sugar: Sweetens the teriyaki steak bites.
Garlic and ginger: To add aromatic flavors.
Cornstarch: For thickening the sauce.
Mirin or rice vinegar: To add a contrasting acidic zing.
White rice: To serve with the garlic teriyaki steak bites.
Avocado: An optional ingredient to top the steak bites.

How to Make the Best Teriyaki Steak Bites

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Sear the steak: Melt the butter with the oil in a skillet or wok over a medium high heat and then sear the steak in there, in batches if needed.
Cook the zucchini: Melt a little more butter in the same skillet and cook the zucchini in there.
Make the teriyaki sauce: Whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin, mirin, garlic, ginger, Worcestershire sauce, and cornstarch.
Thicken the sauce: Put the steak bites back in the pan and add the sauce. Cook to thicken. Serve hot over rice, garnished with green onions and/or avocado slices if liked.

Substitutions and Variations

Different vegetables: Sauté different vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, broccoli, mushrooms, onions, or squash.
Another protein: Don’t want to use beef? Try chicken, tofu or shrimp instead.
Spice it up: Add sriracha hot sauce or chili flakes to taste.
Pineapple teriyaki sauce: Add some drained chopped pineapple or pineapple tidbits for a sweeter and equally flavorful teriyaki sauce.
Toasted sesame seeds: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top just before serving for some crunch.

Serving Suggestions

Appetizers: Begin your meal with ground turkey potstickers.
Side dishes: Serve teriyaki steak bites with hibachi fried rice or hibachi noodles, and perhaps some egg rolls. They’d also be good with a zoodle salad (if you omit the zucchini from the steak bites).
Desserts: Finish up with cherry cheesecake egg rolls.

How to Store Beef Teriyaki Bites

Store: Keep leftover steak bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat within 3 days.
Freeze: You can freeze teriyaki steak bites in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Thaw: Defrost in the refrigerator overnight.
Reheat: Reheat gently in a skillet over a medium heat until warmed through. Add a splash of soy sauce to loosen the sauce. Avoid microwaving leftovers, as the steak might overcook.