Garlic Butter Steak Bites
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
351 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Description
This recipe calls for cubed sirloin steak seasoned with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cooking occurs in a hot skillet, preferably cast iron, where butter melts and brown garlic cloves are stirred before adding the steak bites. The steak cooks quickly, about 3 to 4 minutes, while being tossed continuously for even browning.
The addition of Italian seasoning and a homemade dry rub deepens flavor complexity. Fresh chopped Italian parsley is stirred in just before finishing, adding herbaceous notes. Lemon juice is drizzled at the end to add brightness and balance the richness of the garlic butter.
This preparation delivers tender steak morsels rich with garlic butter flavor ideal for serving as a simple appetizer or main dish. Serving immediately maximizes the fresh, vibrant taste and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) sirloin steak cut into bite-sized cubes, top
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt flakes or kosher salt, Maldon brand
- 4 tablespoons butter room temperature, unsalted
- 12 cloves garlic peeled, small
- black pepper ground
- 1/2 tablespoon Italian seasoning I used McCormick Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dry rub homemade
- 1 tablespoon Italian parsley chopped
- 3 quirts lemon juice fresh
Instructions
- Cut the sirloin steak into equal, bite-sized pieces.
- Marinate the steak bites with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- Heat up a skillet and cook the marinated steak bites.
- Heat up a skillet, preferably cast iron, over high heat. Add the butter, and once it melts, add the garlic cloves and stir a few times. Then, add the steak bites.
- Stir and cook continuously, flipping, turning, and tossing the steak bites with the garlic. Add the Italian seasoning and homemade dry rub, and stir to combine well.
- As soon as the steak bites are cooked, about 3–4 minutes, add the chopped parsley and stir to combine well. Remove the skillet from the stovetop, drizzle lemon juice over the steak, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 351 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3people | |
| Calories | 351kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 129mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 478mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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