Garlic Butter Steak Bites
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Description
This recipe begins by cutting steak into bite-size pieces, then patting them dry to ensure a good sear without steaming. The pieces are seasoned with salt and pepper before being cooked in a hot non-stick skillet with olive oil. Allowing the steak to cook undisturbed creates a crust, then flipping to cook the other side. The total cooking time varies based on steak thickness and preferred doneness, with medium typically achieved in 4 to 6 minutes.
After searing, butter, minced garlic, and parsley are added to the pan, coating the steak bites in a rich, garlicky butter sauce. This results in a flavorful dish with crispy edges from searing and a juicy center. The cut and quality of steak affect texture and flavor with options ranging from ribeye, tri-tip, New York strip, sirloin, to filet mignon, each providing different tenderness and marbling characteristics.
These steak bites can be served as a main with sides or as a hearty appetizer. Cooking times and steak choices can be adjusted to suit taste preferences and budget.
The steak selection note explains each cut’s qualities, assisting selection based on flavor, tenderness, and cost. Proper drying of meat and attentive cooking help achieve an even sear and juicy result.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 to 2 lbs. steak cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 Tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic minced, cloves
- 1 Tablespoon parsley diced, fresh
Instructions
- Start with cutting the steak into small, bite-size pieces. The size you choose to cut the steak can be a personal preference. The smaller you cut the steak, the faster it will cook.
- Dry out the steak. This can be done by pressing the steaks with paper towels to soak up any excess liquid. By doing this, it allows the steak to sear and get a crust on it. If the steak has any type of moisture, it may steam rather than sear.Generously sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over high heat. Allow it to heat up. Drizzle oil in the pan and let the oil heat up. Be careful as the oil can splatter!
- Add the steak and let the steak sit, untouched, for two minutes. This allows it to sear. After 2-3 minutes, flip the steak pieces to the other side. The cooking time will depend on the thickness of the steaks and the desired doneness of the steaks. If you want medium steak bites, you will need to only cook the steak for about 4-6 minutes total.
- Rare: 120 degrees (4 minutes)Medium-Rare: 125 degrees (5 minutes)Medium: 130 degrees (6 minutes)
- Make the garlic butter sauce by heating up the butter in a skillet. Add the garlic and cook for only 30-60 seconds to prevent browning.
- Once the steak is cooked, drizzle with garlic butter and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Choosing steak cuts depends on budget and flavor: ribeye offers rich marbling and flavor, tri-tip is affordable with good flavor, New York strip is tender and flavorful, sirloin is leaner and less tender, and filet mignon is very tender but lean.
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels before cooking to promote searing instead of steaming.
- Cook steak bites undisturbed on each side to develop a crust; total cook time varies with thickness and desired doneness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 523 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 523kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 131mg | 44% |
| Sodium | 641mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 437mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 490IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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