Description
These Garlic Butter Steak Bites are quick, juicy, and packed with flavor. Tender sirloin steak pieces are seared to a golden brown and tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a hint of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Perfect for a quick dinner, party appetizer, or a satisfying snack, this recipe delivers maximum taste with minimal fuss in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Steak Bites
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ pound sirloin steak, cut into bite size pieces
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper, or to taste
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat it over high heat until the oil is hot and shimmering.
- Sear the Steak Bites: Add the steak pieces to the hot skillet, seasoning them generously with salt and pepper. Cook without stirring for at least 2 minutes to develop a good sear.
- Continue Cooking: Stir and continue cooking the steak bites for another 2 minutes until they turn golden brown. Work in batches if the skillet space is limited to avoid overcrowding.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: Transfer the cooked steak bites to a plate. Reduce the skillet heat to medium, add the butter, and melt it. Once melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for about 30 seconds until the garlic becomes aromatic and slightly browned.
- Toss and Serve: Pour the garlic butter sauce over the steak bites and toss to coat evenly. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding the steak, which ensures a proper sear.
- Substitute sirloin with strip loin, tenderloin, strip steak, or rib eye for different textures and flavors.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Serve these steak bites with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Make sure the garlic does not burn when cooking—it should be aromatic and lightly browned for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 316 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 389 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 119 mg
