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Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe

Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Succulent garlic butter steak bites deliver restaurant-quality flavor right from your kitchen. Tender beef morsels sizzle with rich, herbed butter, promising a quick and luxurious meal that satisfies deep hunger and culinary cravings.


Ingredients

Scale

Meat:

  • 1.5 pounds (680 grams) sirloin steak

Herbs and Seasonings:

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Cooking Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Lemon wedges (optional)

Instructions

  1. Generously coat steak cubes with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even seasoning across all pieces.
  2. Preheat a large cast-iron skillet to medium-high heat, allowing the surface to become thoroughly hot before adding oil.
  3. Pour olive oil into the skillet, creating a thin, even layer that will help develop a rich, golden-brown crust on the meat.
  4. Carefully arrange steak pieces in a single layer, preventing overcrowding to ensure proper searing and caramelization.
  5. Cook steak bites for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, rotating to achieve a deep, mahogany-colored exterior while maintaining a tender, juicy center.
  6. Transfer seared steak bites to a clean plate, keeping them warm and preserving their internal temperature.
  7. Reduce skillet heat to medium and melt butter, creating a rich, golden base for the upcoming flavor development.
  8. Add minced garlic to the melted butter, stirring continuously for 1-2 minutes until the aroma becomes fragrant and slightly nutty.
  9. Return steak bites to the skillet, gently tossing them in the aromatic garlic butter sauce to ensure complete coating.
  10. Immediately remove from heat, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, and serve while the steak remains hot and the butter sauce is glistening.

Notes

  • Choose high-quality beef cuts like sirloin or ribeye for maximum tenderness and flavor.
  • Pat steak bites completely dry before seasoning to ensure perfect crispy exterior and beautiful golden-brown sear.
  • Use cast iron skillet for best heat distribution and creating delicious caramelized crust on meat.
  • Avoid overcrowding pan to maintain high temperature and prevent steaming instead of searing meat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 364 kcal
  • Sugar: 0.2 g
  • Sodium: 72 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Fiber: 0.2 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg