Sizzling Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe: Juicy Dinner Magic
Succulent garlic butter steak bites dance with rich, golden flavors that promise an unforgettable meal.
Tender beef cubes sizzle in a skillet, releasing mouthwatering aromas that fill your kitchen.
butter melts into every crevice, creating a luxurious coating that transforms simple ingredients into something extraordinary.
Each morsel promises intense, robust taste with minimal effort.
Restaurants charge premium prices for dishes like these, but you can craft them effortlessly at home.
Seasonings blend perfectly, ensuring each bite delivers maximum flavor intensity.
Hungry for a restaurant-quality dish that impresses without complicated techniques?
This recipe is your perfect culinary adventure.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites Bursting with Flavor
Ingredients for Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Main Protein:Cooking Fats:Seasonings and Aromatics:How to Cook Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Step 1: Prepare Delicious Steak Bites
Cut steak into small, uniform bite-sized pieces.
Generously season the meat with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring each piece gets an even coating for maximum flavor.
Step 2: Heat Cooking Surface
Select a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan.
Pour olive oil and heat over medium-high temperature until the oil starts to shimmer and looks slightly rippled.
Step 3: Sear Meat Perfectly
Carefully place steak pieces into the hot pan, working in small batches to avoid overcrowding.
Cook each batch for 2-3 minutes, allowing the exterior to develop a beautiful golden-brown crust while maintaining a juicy interior.
Remove seared pieces and set aside on a clean plate.
Step 4: Create Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet, reduce heat slightly and add:Melt butter and cook garlic for approximately 1 minute until fragrant and lightly golden, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
Step 5: Combine Steak and Sauce
Return seared steak bites to the skillet.
Gently toss and coat each piece in the rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce, ensuring complete coverage.
Step 6: Serve and Garnish
Transfer steak bites to a serving platter.
Optionally sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for added color and brightness.
Serve immediately while hot and steaming.
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FAQs
Ribeye, sirloin, and New York strip are excellent choices because they’re tender and have good marbling, which ensures juicy and flavorful steak bites.
Pat the steak pieces dry with paper towels before cooking, use a hot skillet, and avoid overcrowding the pan to get a nice golden-brown crust.
While steak bites are best served immediately, you can prep the steak by cutting and seasoning it in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Mouthwatering garlic butter steak bites deliver restaurant-quality flavor straight from your kitchen. Seared beef medallions glazed with herb-infused butter create an irresistible main course that satisfies carnivorous cravings.
Ingredients
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds sirloin steak (or ribeye)
Cooking Fats:
- 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Transform premium steak into succulent, bite-sized morsels by slicing against the grain into uniform, compact pieces.
- Generously season the steak cubes with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, ensuring comprehensive flavor coverage.
- Ignite a robust cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, introducing a thin layer of olive oil to create an ideal searing environment at approximately 425°F.
- Carefully deposit steak pieces into the scorching skillet, allowing each side to caramelize for 2-3 minutes without overcrowding, creating a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer seared steak bites to a separate plate, maintaining their perfect temperature and preventing overcooking.
- Reduce skillet heat and introduce rich, creamy butter, allowing it to melt smoothly while incorporating finely minced garlic.
- Sauté garlic for approximately 45-60 seconds until fragrant, releasing its aromatic essence without burning.
- Reintroduce the seared steak bites into the garlic-infused butter, gently tumbling to ensure comprehensive and luxurious coating.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the glistening steak bites for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Serve immediately while the steak remains hot and butter sauce remains silky, presenting a delectable culinary experience.
Notes
- Ensure steak is at room temperature before cooking to guarantee even browning and prevent tough meat texture.
- Pat meat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a perfect golden-brown sear and prevents steaming.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for maximum heat retention and superior caramelization of steak bites.
- For a low-carb or keto-friendly version, replace regular butter with grass-fed butter and pair with roasted vegetables instead of traditional sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Amanda Bennett
Recipe Curator & Culinary Educator
Expertise
Baking and Pastry Arts, Recipe Testing and Development, Culinary Instruction, Food Styling and Photography
Education
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, Asheville, NC
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Emphasized practical cooking skills, nutrition, and kitchen management.
Cambridge School of Culinary Arts, Cambridge, MA
Certificate in Professional Pastry Arts
Specialized in baking techniques, dessert presentation, and flavor profiling
Amanda’s roots run deep in the Southern hills, where every meal started fresh from the garden and every dessert came with a story. She trained at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and sharpened her pastry skills at the Cambridge School of Culinary Arts, blending classic technique with everyday charm.
At The Liffey, Amanda’s passion is making baking and home cooking feel natural and joyful. She’s all about single recipes that are simple enough for a busy afternoon, but special enough to make someone’s day a little sweeter.