Description
Garlic Butter Steak Bites are tender, flavorful pieces of steak seared to perfection and tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. This quick and easy skillet recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer, featuring bold seasonings like red pepper flakes and fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- ½ tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 pounds steak, cut into small bite-size pieces
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- Green onion, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the steak: In a large bowl, combine the steak bites with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss until the steak pieces are evenly coated with the seasonings.
- Sear the steak: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the avocado oil and allow it to get hot. In a single layer, add the seasoned steak bites. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the steak is browned. Depending on your skillet size, you may need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding. Remove the browned steak and set aside.
- Prepare garlic butter sauce: Carefully pour off any excess water from the skillet. Add butter or ghee to the same hot skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Combine and finish cooking: Return the browned steak bites to the skillet, stirring to coat them thoroughly with the garlic butter sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the steak to heat through.
- Add final touches: Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the chopped parsley for freshness and garnish the steak bites with green onions before serving immediately.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the skillet is hot before adding the steak to get a good sear.
- Do not overcrowd the pan during cooking; do the steak in batches if necessary to maintain high heat.
- Red pepper flakes are optional and can be adjusted according to your heat preference.
- Use ghee instead of butter for a richer flavor and higher smoke point if desired.
- Serve with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Garlic Butter Steak Bites, steak bites, garlic steak, quick steak recipe, skillet steak, steak appetizer, easy dinner
