Steak Bites and Gnocchi
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Marinating Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
632 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Steak Bites and Gnocchi
Description
Steak Bites and Gnocchi features bite-sized pieces of beef sirloin marinated in lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and aromatics like garlic and onion powder. After marinating, the steak is seared in batches to build a browned exterior while keeping the inside tender. Meanwhile, store-bought dried gnocchi are boiled until they float and drain quickly. The steak bites are returned to the pan with butter and minced garlic to infuse flavor and warmth. Serving with freshly grated Parmesan adds a nutty, salty finish that complements the moist gnocchi and robust steak. This combination makes for a hearty dish that can work as a weeknight dinner or comforting weekend meal.
The marinade brightens the meat and helps tenderize it, while cooking in stages avoids crowding the pan and steaming the steak. The garlic butter addition adds richness, while cooking gnocchi separately keeps them from sticking or overcooking. This balance results in steak bites with a satisfying crust and gnocchi with a delicate chew. You can serve this dish with a green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete plate.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin steak or beef tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds gnocchi dried, packaged
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese for serving (optional, freshly grated
Instructions
- Dice steak into bite-sized pieces. Trim off any excess fat or sinew. Place steak bites into a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag or a shallow bowl for marinating.
- Add in lemon juice, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat, cover or seal, and refrigerate. Let marinate 1 to 8 hours.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook gnocchi in the boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, use tongs to add half of the steak to the skillet, leaving the marinating liquid behind. Some liquid is okay, but you don't want to steam your steak. Cook, stirring occasionally, until steak bites are seared and browned. Remove from skillet, set aside, and cook the remaining half of the steak being sure not to crowd the meat. Return previously cooked steak to the skillet.
- Add butter and crushed garlic to the skillet with the steak. Let garlic toast 1 minute. Add in gnocchi and saute 3 to 5 minutes until gnocchi is lightly browned.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese for sprinkling (optional).
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 632 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 632kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 84g | 28% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 87mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 1625mg | 68% |
| Potassium | 486mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 234IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 10mg | 56% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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