Here’s a rich, juicy, and flavorful recipe for Steak Bites with Garlic Butter—perfect as a quick dinner or hearty appetizer.
🥩 Steak Bites with Garlic Butter
Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 1½ lbs (700g) sirloin steak (or ribeye), cut into bite-sized cubes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Steak
- Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels (this helps get a good sear).
- Season generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2️⃣ Sear the Steak
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Add steak bites in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).
- Sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness.
- Remove steak from the pan and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the Garlic Butter
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add butter to the same pan.
- Stir in minced garlic and herbs; cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn the garlic).
4️⃣ Combine
- Return steak bites to the pan.
- Toss well to coat in garlic butter.
- Cook for another 30 seconds, then remove from heat.
🔥 Serving Ideas
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Great as a party appetizer with toothpicks.
✅ Pro Tips
- Use high heat for a crispy outside and juicy inside.
- Let steak rest 5 minutes before cutting into cubes if starting from whole steak.
- For extra richness, squeeze a little lemon juice at the end to brighten flavors.
If you’d like, I can also give you a creamy garlic parmesan version of these steak bites—it turns them into a next-level comfort meal.