Description
Succulent garlic butter steak bites promise an explosion of rich flavors that dance across your palate. Seared to perfection and glazed with aromatic herb-infused butter, these tender morsels deliver a restaurant-quality experience straight from your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1.5 pounds steak (sirloin, ribeye, tenderloin, or New York strip), cut into 1.5-inch cubes
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Meticulously dry the steak cubes using paper towels to eliminate excess moisture, then generously coat with a blend of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and smoky paprika for robust flavor enhancement.
- Select a spacious cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet and warm it over medium-high flame, introducing olive oil to create an ideal searing environment.
- Strategically place steak cubes across the skillet’s surface, ensuring each piece maintains direct contact with the hot surface. Allow each side to caramelize for approximately 1-3 minutes, developing a rich golden-brown crust. If the pan becomes crowded, cook in separate batches to guarantee optimal browning.
- Transfer the perfectly seared steak bites to a temporary holding plate, preserving their succulent texture.
- Reduce the skillet’s temperature to medium and introduce butter, watching it melt and transform into a luxurious golden liquid. Quickly incorporate minced garlic, stirring rapidly to prevent scorching and release its aromatic essence.
- Reintroduce the seared steak cubes into the fragrant garlic butter, gently tumbling them to ensure complete coating and reheat for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Finalize the dish by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley across the steak bites, creating a vibrant garnish that adds both visual appeal and a subtle herbaceous note. Serve immediately while the steak remains piping hot and butter glistens.
Notes
- Pat the meat thoroughly to remove excess moisture, ensuring a perfect golden-brown crust that seals in all the delicious flavors.
- Use high-quality, room-temperature steak cuts like sirloin or ribeye for maximum tenderness and even cooking throughout the bites.
- Avoid overcrowding the skillet by cooking in batches, which prevents steaming and helps achieve that beautiful caramelized exterior on each bite.
- Customize the seasoning by experimenting with different spice blends like Cajun, Italian herbs, or Asian-inspired rubs to transform the basic recipe into a global culinary adventure.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg