Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Garlic Butter Steak Bites, a savory, tender dish with perfectly seared steak pieces coated in a rich garlic butter sauce. It’s perfect as an appetizer, a main course, or served with sides like mashed potatoes or veggies!
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites:
- 1 pound (450g) steak (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon, cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional, for added umami)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Steak Bites:
- Season the steak: Cut the steak into 1-inch cubes. Pat them dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Cook the steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the steak bites in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer your steak more well-done. Once cooked to your desired doneness, remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- Prepare the garlic butter: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Once melted, add the minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and golden.
- Add flavor: Stir in the soy sauce and lemon juice (if using), scraping up any bits left from the steak. Let the sauce simmer for another minute.
Combine and Serve:
- Coat the steak bites: Return the cooked steak bites to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the steak to absorb the flavors of the sauce.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Pro Tips:
- For extra richness: Add a splash of heavy cream or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese to the garlic butter sauce.
- Flavor variations: You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat or substitute the herbs with others like basil or oregano for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with sides: These garlic butter steak bites are perfect with mashed potatoes, rice, or a simple salad for a full meal.
This quick and flavorful dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!