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Quick Garlic Butter Steak Bites

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A quick and easy recipe for tender, juicy steak bites cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or casual get-together.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut 1 pound of steak into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a heavy skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  3. Working in batches, add half the steak cubes to the pan in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for about 2 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 1-2 minutes until browned on all sides but still juicy inside. Transfer cooked bites to a plate and repeat with remaining steak, adding more oil if needed.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter to the pan. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  5. Return all steak bites to the pan and toss to coat in garlic butter. Cook for another minute to marry flavors. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally over rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.

Notes

Cook steak bites in batches to avoid overcrowding and steaming. Pat steak dry before seasoning for a better sear. Watch garlic carefully to avoid burning. Use butter and olive oil together to raise smoke point and add flavor. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

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