Teriyaki Steak Bites with Green Pepper and Onion

One-skillet suppers are always welcome in a busy kitchen, and these Teriyaki Steak Bites with Green Pepper and Onion bring steakhouse flavor right to your own kitchen table! Tender, bite-sized pieces of sirloin steak are seasoned, seared to perfection, and coated in a rich, savory-sweet teriyaki sauce. I like to toss in crisp green bell pepper and sweet onion wedges for extra flavor, color, and texture. Served over a bed of fluffy rice, this easy steak dinner is a delicious way to turn everyday ingredients into a busy weeknight meal the whole family will love!

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Best Teriyaki Steak Bites with Peppers and Onions Recipe

I love making one-skillet meals with tender cuts of beef like these Teriyaki Steak Bites. They’re a delicious way to stretch the grocery budget while serving up a hearty meal the whole family will enjoy. A flavorful teriyaki sauce coats the tender steak, while green peppers and onions add color, texture, and extra bulk to make the skillet go further. I’m feeding boys, after all, and keeping everyone full can be a challenge! For more easy beef dinners, try my Smothered Steak Tips with Mushrooms and Onion or Sirloin Steak Tips with Peppers and Onion. The latter can even be tucked into warm tortillas for an easy fajita-inspired meal.

Key ingredients to make Teriyaki Steak Tip with Peppers and Onion: (Scroll down for full recipe card and quantities.)

  • Beef – Thick cut top sirloin steaks cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Vegetables – Large green bell pepper and large onion sliced into 1/4-inch wedges adds texture.
  • Oil – Olive oil or vegetable oil for sautéing the steak cubes, plus additional as needed.
  • Sauce – Teriyaki sauce for savory flavors that form the base of the sauce.
  • Sugar – Light brown sugar for sweetness.
  • Cornstarch – Cornstarch thickens the sauce.
  • Sesame Oil – Toasted sesame oil lends a pop of authentic Asian flavor.
  • Seasonings – Garlic powder, garlic salt and crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
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How to Make Teriyaki Steak Bites Recipe

  • Steak – Cut the steak into bite size cubes about 3/4-inch and slice the veggies.
  • Make the Marinade – Whisk together the teriyaki, brown sugar, corn starch, sesame oil, garlic powder, garlic salt and red pepper flakes. Whisk until the brown sugar and cornstarch are completely dissolved. Pour over the steak bites and toss until evenly coated.
  • Heat Oil – Drizzle a large skillet (12-inch) with olive oil. Turn to high heat.
  • Cook Steak – Sear the steak bites in batches cooking on both sides. Adjust the cooking time to your desired doneness. Remove to a platter and keep warm until all of the steak bites are cooked. Add additional olive oil between batches as needed.
  • Sauté the Green Pepper and Onion – Add the green pepper and onion to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes over medium-high heat or until crisp tender. Adjust the salt, if needed. (The drippings left behind in the pan will season the vegetables)
  • Combine – Add the steak bites back to the skillet and stir to distribute.
  • Serve – Remove the skillet from the heat and serve immediately with rice, baked potatoes, mashed potatoes or any of your favorite sides.’

Kitchen Equipment to Make Beef Steak Bites Teriyaki

  • One large 12-inch skillet.
  • Chef’s knife and cutting board.
  • Whisk.
  • Measuring cups and measuring spoons.
  • Large spoon for stirring.
  • Small bowl.
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Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

  • Best Cut of Beef to Use – What steak is best for steak bites? You can make this savory teriyaki steak skillet using another kind of steak such as new york strip or ribeye steak. When doing so, adjust the cooking time depending on the cut that you choose to use cooking the steak to your desired level of doneness. Stew meat requires a much longer cooking time and isn’t suitable for this recipe.
  • Toasted Sesame Oil – I use toasted sesame oil in this recipe. Toasted sesame oil adds a punch of flavor to the steak bites. A little goes a long way so be mindful and use the amount called for in the recipe. You can use plain sesame oil or vegetable oil in the same amount, if desired.
  • Teriyaki Sauce Substitution – You could use soy sauce in place of teriyaki sauce.
  • Peppers – You could also use a red bell peppers, orange bell peppers or yellow bell peppers. You may opt to use a variety of peppers like fajitas. Regardless, of the color or variety of the bell peppers, the flavor combination is still Asian inspired.
  • Garnish – Just before serving, you could sprinkle the top with sesame seeds and green onions for color.

Side Dishes to Serve with Steak Bites

Storage and Leftovers

  • Make-Ahead Tip – You can prep the peppers and onion and the steak bites one day in advance and store them in plastic baggies in the fridge to expedite preparation.
  • Leftovers – Store leftovers (if there are any steak bites leftover!) in an airtight container chilled in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating – Reheat steak gently in a skillet over medium heat or in an air fryer. I don’t recommend reheating steak in the microwave.
  • Freezer – You can freeze leftovers for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and gently reheat before serving.
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Teriyaki Steak Bites with Green Pepper and Onion

These Teriyaki Steak Bites are tender, juicy, and coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze. They're quick to make and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Japanese Inspired, Southern
Keyword: Teriyaki-steak-bites-with-green-pepper-and-onion, teriyaki-steak-recipe
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 294kcal
Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 3-3 1/2 lbs thick cut top sirloin steaks cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 Tbsp Olive oil plus additional as needed
  • 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 Tbsp light brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil or sesame oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 large green bell pepper seeded and thinly sliced (Or a poblano pepper)
  • 1 large onion sliced into 1/4-inch wedges

Instructions

  • Cut the steak into bite size cubes about 3/4-inch.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the teriyaki, brown sugar, corn starch, sesame oil, garlic powder, garlic salt and red pepper flakes. Whisk until the brown sugar and cornstarch are completely dissolved.
  • Pour over the steak bites and toss until evenly coated.
  • Drizzle a large skillet (12-inch) with olive oil. Turn to high heat.
  • Once the pan is hot, fry the steak bites in batches. (Lower the heat to medium-high if needed to prevent burning) Cook for 4-6 minutes total on both sides turning as needed. Adjust the cooking time to your desired doneness.
  • Remove to a platter and keep warm until all of the steak bites are cooked. Add additional olive oil between batches as needed.
  • Add the green pepper and onion to the skillet. Saute for 2-3 minutes over medium-high or until crisp tender. Adjust the salt, if needed. (The drippings left behind in the pan will season the vegetables)
  • Add the steak bites back to the skillet and stir to distribute.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and serve.

Notes

  • Best Cut of Beef to Use – What steak is best for steak bites? You can make this savory teriyaki steak skillet using another kind of steak such as new york strip or ribeye steak. When doing so, adjust the cooking time depending on the cut that you choose to use cooking the steak to your desired level of doneness. Stew meat requires a much longer cooking time and isn’t suitable for this recipe.
  • Toasted Sesame Oil – I use toasted sesame oil in this recipe. Toasted sesame oil adds a punch of flavor to the steak bites. A little goes a long way so be mindful and use the amount called for in the recipe. You can use plain sesame oil or vegetable oil in the same amount, if desired.
  • Teriyaki Sauce Substitution – You could use soy sauce in place of teriyaki sauce.
  • Peppers – You could also use a red bell peppers, orange bell peppers or yellow bell peppers. You may opt to use a variety of peppers like fajitas. Regardless, of the color or variety of the bell peppers, the flavor combination is still Asian inspired.
  • Garnish – Just before serving, you could sprinkle the top with sesame seeds and green onions for color.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 121mg | Sodium: 755mg | Potassium: 844mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 129IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 5mg
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76 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This Teriyaki Steak bite is so delicious! I used Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade And Sauce and added a bit of Kikkoman Ponzu Citrus Seasoned Dressing & Sauce on the meat for an added twist of flavor. Best paired with my favorite Cold Barley Tea.

      1. 5 stars
        Hi Melissa! I just tried this and it was so easy, fast and delicious! I used some petite sirloins that I had and they were perfect.
        Thank you sharing. Looking forward to try some of your other recipes:)

  2. 5 stars
    I have made this three times and always delicious. The only change I make is to use
    1 1/2- 2 lbs of petite sirloin. The amount of liquid is perfect for this amount. I put it on top of packaged garlic mashed potatoes. Delicious!

  3. It was a good dish. I only used 1 pond of meat since it’s just the two of us and used a red bell pepper. I did half the sauce but I would make the full sauce next time. Served it over rice and had an arugula salad.

  4. 5 stars
    Loved the flavor profile on this!!! It was delicious. I made some tweeks with thin sliced meat and doubled the sauce with broccoli and rice. Great Job!

  5. Melissa. I cooked this delicious recipe last night,for my husband birthday
    everybody loved it,thank you for sharing.

  6. Something doesn’t add up here. 3 1/2 lbs is a lot of meat and this recipe is making very little marinade (only 1/4 of liquid). What am I missing?

    1. The liquid in this recipe isn’t a marinade. Marinades are generally larger amounts of liquid with meat placed into a bag to soak or marinate overnight. The liquid in this dish is a seasoning and it coats and seasons the meat. A larger amount of liquid won’t result in browned steak. You can, of course, add more if you want to, just please note, it will change how the meat fries.

  7. Im going to use a roast of alpaca. I will cook the meat in the pressure cooker( to ensure tenderness) and cook the vegetables seperatly, combine and throw under the broiler to give it a bit of a char. then serve with rice and french fries. I live in Peru , thats what they expect. I think it will turn out like lomo saltado but using a tougher cut of meat. Personally I would prefer USA mashed potatoes. But here the mashed potatoes are like cream soup It was delish! Even the kids liked it

  8. 5 stars
    I used red, yellow & orange sweet peppers instead of green peppers. It tasted great & gave the meal some great color.

  9. 5 stars
    Delicious! I just used 1 lb of steak because it’s just 3 of us tonight. I also added about a teaspoon of fresh ginger to the marinade. I didn’t have a full pepper so I added a whole zucchini cut into bite size pieces. The sauce is delicious. Served with white rice.

  10. 5 stars
    This was quick easy and super easy. I paired it with steamed white rice. Omit pepper flakes if you don’t like spicy. Otherwise so good!!!

  11. 4 stars
    This was delicious. I added a little extra garlic powder at the end and some salt and pepper. I didn’t have garlic salt so skipped it. I served with sour cream and chive mashed potatoes. Yummy!

      1. 5 stars
        This was delicious and quick and easy to make. The sauce was excellent. I am definitely saving this recipe.

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