Baked Honey Soy Asado
This tender, oven-baked beef dish features a perfect balance of savory soy and sweet honey for a sticky, caramelized finish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- •2 lbs (900g) beef short ribs or chuck roast, cut into 2-inch chunks
- •1/2 cup soy sauce
- •1/3 cup honey
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- •1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- •1 tablespoon sesame oil
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- •2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper until well combined.
- 3
Place the beef chunks into the baking dish in a single layer and pour the marinade over the meat, ensuring every piece is thoroughly coated.
- 4
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, turning the meat halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and caramelization.
- 5
Once the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened into a glossy glaze, remove from the oven.
- 6
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving immediately over steamed white rice.
💡 Chef tips
- For deeper flavor, marinate the beef in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight before baking.
- If the sauce is not thick enough after 30 minutes, remove the meat and reduce the remaining pan juices in a small saucepan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished dish features tender, succulent beef coated in a rich, dark, and sticky glaze that smells fragrant with ginger and garlic, offering a perfect harmony of sweet and salty flavors.