Description
Mouthwatering Garlic Butter Steak Bites bring sizzling restaurant-quality flavors straight to home kitchens with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned beef chunks dripping with rich garlic butter create an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 1/2 lbs (680 grams) sirloin, ribeye, or tenderloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Cooking Oil:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the meat by thoroughly drying each piece with clean kitchen towels to ensure optimal searing potential.
- Season the meat cubes with salt, black pepper, and paprika, gently massaging the spices into each piece for complete coverage.
- Heat a cast iron skillet until extremely hot, approximately 450°F, then introduce a thin layer of olive oil to create a perfect searing environment.
- Carefully place meat pieces into the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded, and allow them to develop a rich golden-brown crust for 2-3 minutes without disturbing.
- Flip the meat and cook an additional 1-2 minutes to achieve medium-rare doneness, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Reduce skillet temperature to medium-low and introduce butter, allowing it to melt and become slightly foamy.
- Add minced garlic and quickly sauté for 30 seconds, releasing its aromatic qualities without burning.
- Incorporate red pepper flakes and optional lemon juice into the melted butter, creating a vibrant and fragrant sauce.
- Return meat pieces to the skillet, gently coating them in the garlic butter mixture for 30 seconds to enhance flavor and temperature.
- Transfer to a serving plate, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately alongside preferred accompaniments.
Notes
- Patting the steak dry ensures a perfect sear by removing excess moisture, allowing beautiful caramelization and preventing steaming.
- Choose high-quality, well-marbled cuts like ribeye or sirloin for maximum tenderness and rich flavor in your steak bites.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding alternative spices like smoked paprika for diverse flavor profiles.
- Transform this dish into a low-carb or keto-friendly option by serving with cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables instead of traditional sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 382 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg