Garlic Butter Steak Bites
User Reviews
4.5
-
Prep Time
5 mins
-
Cook Time
10 mins
-
Total Time
15 mins
-
Servings
4
-
Calories
316 kcal
-
Course
Main Course
-
Cuisine
American
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Description
This recipe begins with cutting sirloin steak into bite-sized pieces and seasoning them with salt and black pepper. The steak is cooked over high heat in olive oil, searing each side until golden brown while avoiding overcrowding to maintain caramelization. After cooking, the steak is set aside, and butter is melted in the pan over medium heat, where minced garlic and red pepper flakes are briefly cooked to infuse the sauce with aroma and gentle heat.
The garlic butter is then poured over the steak bites, which are tossed to coat evenly. Chopped fresh parsley sprinkled on top adds a pop of color and freshness to the dish. This preparation yields tender steak with a flavorful crust and a buttery, garlicky finish.
This dish works well as an appetizer, snack, or part of a main course. Resting the steak after cooking helps retain juices, and leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated to maintain tenderness.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ pound sirloin steak cut into bite size pieces, or strip loin, tenderloin, strip steak or rib eye
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon parsley fresh, chopped
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat it over high heat. Make sure the olive oil is hot, then add the steak pieces to it. Season them generously with salt and pepper.
- Cook for at least 2 minutes before stirring the steak pieces. You want to make sure you get a good sear on them. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes until they're golden brown. If your skillet isn't big enough, you may need to do this batches.
- Transfer the steak bites to a plate and in the same skillet add the butter. Turn the heat down to a medium and after the butter has melted, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds while stirring, just until the garlic becomes aromatic and starts to brown.
- Pour the garlic butter over the steak bites and toss well. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Pat steak dry before cutting to ensure a good sear and crust formation.
- Preheat the pan before adding steak bites to achieve even cooking and browning.
- Cook the steak in batches to prevent overcrowding and steaming.
- Let cooked steak bites rest briefly to retain juices and tenderness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 316 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 316kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 119mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 389mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 593mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 255IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.9mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
You'll Also Love
