Garlic Butter Steak Bites
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
766 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Description
This recipe starts by cutting steak into uniform cubes, which are then seasoned and seared in batches to maintain a hot pan and ensure a crust forms. After cooking the beef mostly to medium-rare by searing about 2 minutes per side, the pan is cleared of excess oil and garlic, shallots, butter, and optional red pepper flakes are sautéed to build a fragrant buttery sauce.
The beef cubes are returned to the pan to warm through and absorb some of the garlicky butter sauce. Fresh green onion and parsley add brightness and freshness when stirred in last. The resulting bites have a contrast between the crisp seared edges and tender, juicy center, enhanced by aromatic garlic and herbs.
These steak bites are best served immediately to retain the texture and warmth. They can be served alone as a protein snack, over rice, or alongside vegetables.
Cooking times can be adjusted for preferred doneness, and leftovers will keep refrigerated for a few days, reheating well by stove or microwave.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef tenderloin cut into 1" cubes (can also use sirloin or ribeye)
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt or 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, crushed, hot
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil avocado, vegetable, canola, etc
- 1 tick butter unsalted
- 8 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large shallot finely minced
- 3 large green onions minced
- 1/4 cup parsley minced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut steak into 1-inch cubes.
- Heat a large cast iron pan to medium-high heat. While the pan is heating up, pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels and season with salt.
- Add the oil to the pan and once shimmering add one layer of the steak, taking care to not overcrowd the pan. Sear for 2 minutes per side then remove pieces to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm. Repeat for the next batch.
- Turn the heat to low and remove most of the oil from the pan with paper towels. Place the butter and shallot into the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Next, add the garlic and continue to cook until it turns lightly golden and very fragrant. During the last 30 seconds of cooking add in the optional red pepper flakes.
- Turn the heat to medium, return the beef cubes to the pan, and toss until warmed through (about 2 minutes). Taste test and season with more salt and pepper if required. Mix in the green onion and parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Searing beef for 2 minutes per side yields medium-rare; increase time for more doneness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, reheating on the stovetop or microwave as preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 766 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 766kcal | 38% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.3g | 3% |
| Protein | 66.5g | 133% |
| Fat | 86.3g | 133% |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3g | 147% |
| Cholesterol | 251mg | 84% |
| Sodium | 1311mg | 55% |
| Potassium | 985mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Calcium | 58mg | 6% |
| Iron | 41mg | 228% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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