Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe features juicy, tender cubes of steak seared to perfection and finished with a rich, fragrant garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, these steak bites deliver bold flavors with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Steak
- 2 pounds steak, cut into bites
- Salt and ground black pepper, to taste (season generously)
- 1 tablespoon oil
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or more to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, optional for serving
Instructions
- Prep steak: Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Unwrap and cut into cubes about 1 to 1.5 inches each for optimal cooking. Season the steak bites generously with salt and black pepper. Let them rest on a plate at room temperature for 30 minutes; this step ensures even cooking and a better sear.
- Sear steak: Heat a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil. Once the oil is shimmering and hot, add the steak bites in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Sear each side for about 2 minutes until a rich, brown crust forms while keeping the interior tender. Work in batches if needed. Remove the cooked steak bites and place them on a plate tented with foil to keep warm.
- Make garlic butter: Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add 4 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the butter has melted, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove the skillet from the heat once done.
- Finish: Return the seared steak bites to the skillet with the garlic butter. Toss the steak bites gently to coat them evenly in the sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Resting the steak at room temperature before cooking ensures even searing and prevents the meat from becoming tough.
- Cut steak into uniform bite-sized cubes, about 1 to 1.5 inches, to ensure even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the pan during searing to maintain high heat and achieve a proper crust.
- Use a cast iron skillet if possible for best heat retention and sear quality.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on your preference for garlic flavor.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
