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Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe

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Garlic Butter Steak Bites is a quick and delicious recipe featuring tender, bite-sized pieces of steak seared to perfection in a cast iron skillet and tossed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce with shallots and fresh parsley. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a flavorful appetizer, these steak bites are packed with bold flavors and a rich buttery finish.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Steak Bites

  • 1 ½ pounds steak (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium shallot, finely diced (about ¼ cup)
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley (or other fresh tender herbs like oregano or thyme)

Instructions

  1. Season the steak: Pat the cubed steak dry with a paper towel, then season evenly with kosher salt, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes to ensure well-flavored bites.
  2. Sear the steak: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the olive oil and let it shimmer. Place the steak bites in a single layer and sear for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until browned. Remove the steak bites from the pan and set aside on a plate.
  3. Make the garlic butter sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add butter to the skillet, then sauté the finely diced shallot and minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant and softened, creating a rich garlic butter base.
  4. Finish the steak bites: Return the seared steak bites to the pan and stir well to coat them with the garlic butter sauce. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley for a bright, herbal finish. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For the best sear and flavor, use a cast iron skillet, but a preheated stainless steel pan will also work.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days after allowing them to cool completely.
  • To freeze, cool the steak bites and sauce completely, then place in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat steak bites gently in a skillet over medium heat with a bit of butter or olive oil rather than microwaving to maintain tenderness.

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