Description
Savory Garlic Butter Steak Bites are tender, juicy cubes of sirloin or ribeye steak seared to perfection and tossed in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce. Quick and easy to prepare in under 20 minutes, this versatile dish makes a perfect appetizer, snack, or main course. Enhanced with fresh parsley and simple seasonings, these steak bites deliver bold, mouthwatering flavor with minimal ingredients, suitable for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 lb steak cubes (sirloin or ribeye), about 1 to 1.5 inches
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Your Steak: Cut the steak into bite-sized cubes about 1 to 1.5 inches. Pat dry with paper towels to ensure a better sear. Season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
- Sear the Steak Bites: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once shimmering, add steak cubes in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Lower heat to medium, add unsalted butter to the skillet, then stir in minced garlic. Cook until fragrant and golden, about 1 to 2 minutes, careful not to burn the garlic.
- Combine and Finish: Return the seared steak cubes to the skillet and toss gently in the garlic butter sauce. Heat through for about 1 minute. Stir in chopped fresh parsley, then remove from heat and serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature steak to ensure even cooking and prevent toughness.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; sear steak bites in batches if needed for a perfect crust.
- Use fresh garlic, not pre-minced, for the best flavor and aroma.
- Add butter after steak searing to prevent burning the garlic and butter.
- Let the steak bites rest for a couple of minutes before serving to redistribute juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
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