Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe
Garlic Butter Steak Bites are tender steak cubes seared until golden brown and tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, this easy steak dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 to 1¼ pounds top sirloin tri-tip, ribeye, or strip steak
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 4 to 6 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the steak into approximately 1½-inch pieces.
- Pat the steak pieces dry with paper towels.
- Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper on all sides.
- Heat a large 12-inch stainless steel or cast-iron skillet over medium heat for about 3 minutes.
- Add 1 tablespoon of butter and allow it to melt until sizzling and lightly browned.
- Arrange the steak pieces in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
- Sear without moving for about 3 minutes until a deep brown crust develops.
- Flip the steak bites using tongs or a spatula.
- Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes or until medium doneness, reaching an internal temperature of 140–145°F (60–63°C).
- Transfer the steak bites to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and chopped garlic to the skillet.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently until the garlic becomes fragrant and no longer smells raw.
- Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor.
- Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Return the Garlic Butter Steak Bites to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the garlic butter sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
- Add sautéed mushrooms for extra savory flavor.
- Fresh thyme or rosemary can be added to the garlic butter sauce.
- For extra richness, finish with a small pat of butter before serving.