Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe features tender, juicy sirloin steak pieces seared to perfection and tossed in a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce with a hint of red pepper flakes and fresh parsley. Perfect as a quick and elegant appetizer or main dish, it delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 ½ pounds sirloin steak (or strip steak, tenderloin, or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black 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
- Sear Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Pat the steak bites dry with paper towels, then season them with salt and black pepper. Add the steak bites to the hot skillet without overcrowding the pan and cook for 2 minutes without stirring to develop a good sear and browning.
- Continue Cooking Steak: Stir the steak bites and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. If needed, cook the steak bites in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper searing.
- Make Garlic Butter Sauce: Transfer the cooked steak bites to a plate. Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the garlic butter sauce over the steak bites in the plate and toss gently to coat evenly. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Patting the steak bites dry before cooking helps achieve a better sear.
- Cooking in batches prevents steaming and ensures crispy edges.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to preferred spice level.
- Use fresh garlic for optimal flavor.
- Serve with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
