With just a handful of simple ingredients, BBQ steak pasta delivers smoky, savory flavors that wrap around tender penne like a cozy hug. Imagine juicy flank steak, charred to perfection and tossed in a rich barbecue sauce with caramelized onions and garlic—every bite is a harmony of textures and tastes.
Servings 4servings
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Ingredients
1poundflank steak, thinly sliced against the grain
8ouncespenne pasta
1tablespoonolive oil
1smallyellow onion, finely diced
2clovesgarlic, minced
1cupbarbecue saucecheck for halal certification
0.5cupbeef broth
1teaspoonsmoked paprika
0.5teaspoonblack pepper
0.25teaspoonsalt
0.25cupfresh parsley, chopped
Equipment
Large skillet
Pot
cutting board
Method
Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced steak and cook for 3–4 minutes until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the barbecue sauce, beef broth, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir well and simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the cooked steak to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Add the drained pasta and stir until evenly combined.
For a lighter version, swap half the pasta with zucchini noodles. Leftovers keep wonderfully for 3 days—just add a splash of broth when reheating to revive the sauce.