Dr Pepper Steak Bites (Printer-Friendly Version)
Juicy steak bites slow-cooked in a rich Dr Pepper sauce with honey, garlic, and BBQ notes.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Protein
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1.5 pounds steak bites (sirloin, London broil, chuck roast, or stew beef)
→ Sauce
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12 fl oz Dr. Pepper soda
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3 tablespoons honey
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3 tablespoons brown sugar
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1/2 cup barbecue sauce
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Thickening Agent
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons cold water
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and quickly sear the steak bites for 30 seconds per side until lightly browned.
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In a bowl, whisk together Dr. Pepper, honey, brown sugar, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and black pepper until combined.
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Place seared steak bites into the slow cooker and pour the prepared sauce evenly over the meat.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the steak bites are fork-tender.
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If the sauce is too thin after cooking, mix cornstarch and cold water to form a slurry, then stir it into the sauce. Cook on high for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
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Spoon steak bites and sauce over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or toasted buns and enjoy.
# Helpful Hints:
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Quickly searing the steak bites locks in flavor and adds a rich caramelized crust.
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Choose your preferred cut of beef based on desired tenderness and flavor profile.
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Adjust barbecue sauce variety to customize the flavor—from smoky to tangy.
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Add red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat gently.