Seared Steak Bites with Miso Ginger Dressing
Seared steak bites paired with a rich and flavorfulmiso ginger dressing, perfect for an appetizer or light meal. The dressingcombines fresh ginger, miso, and a touch of honey or agave for a perfectbalance of savory and sweet.
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- 1 shallot peeled and roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh ginger roughly chopped
- 1 clove garlic
- ¼ cup white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
- ⅓ cup oil vegetable or any neutral oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave
For the Steak Bites:
- 1 lb steak such as sirloin, ribeye, or filet, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon oil for cooking
- For an optional topping consider using sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro.
Instructions
Make the Miso Ginger Dressing:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the shallot, fresh ginger, garlic, white miso paste, rice wine vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Blend until smooth, then slowly add in the oil while continuing to blend until emulsified and creamy.
- Stir in the honey or agave, and adjust the taste with additional salt, if needed. Set aside.
Prepare the Steak Bites:
- Pat the steak pieces dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
- Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the steak bites to the pan, making sure not to overcrowd them, and sear on each side for 1-2 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired doneness (about 4-6 minutes total for medium-rare).
- Remove the steak bites from the pan and let them rest for a few minutes.
Serve:
- Drizzle the miso ginger dressing generously over the steak bites.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, chopped green onions, or cilantro for extra flavor and color, if desired.
- Serve the steak bites on their own as an appetizer, or pair them with rice or vegetables for a full meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal
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