Garlic Butter Steak Bites (Printable)
Tender steak bites seared then tossed in rich garlic butter for a quick, satisfying meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Steak
01 - 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp black pepper
04 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
05 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
09 - 1 tbsp olive oil
# How To Make It:
01 - Pat steak cubes thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika, ensuring all surfaces are coated.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and slightly smoking.
03 - Add seasoned steak cubes in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary. Sear undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until a deep brown crust forms, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until desired doneness is reached. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted and foaming subsides, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
05 - Return steak bites and any accumulated juices to the pan. Toss vigorously to coat evenly in garlic butter sauce. Cook for 1 minute to meld flavors. Remove from heat immediately.
06 - Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and thyme leaves. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Faster than a full steak but just as satisfying and impressive
- The garlic butter creates this incredible sauce that coats every single bite perfectly
02 -
- Crowding the pan is the fastest way to ruin the crust, so sear in batches if your skillet looks too full
- The pan needs to be properly hot before the steak hits, otherwise you end up steaming instead of searing
03 -
- Let your steak sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking for more even cooking
- Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving to brighten everything up