Delicious Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Indulge in these melt-in-your-mouth garlic butter steak bites, enveloped in a rich, buttery garlic sauce that will tantalize your taste buds.
Recipe Overview
Yield: 4 servings
Total Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients Needed
– 1.5 lbs ribeye steak, cut into 1-1.5 inch cubes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 6 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
– Optional: sprigs of thyme or rosemary
– Zest and juice of 1 lemon
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional finishing: Worcestershire sauce or balsamic glaze
Equipment Required
– Heavy skillet or cast iron pan
– Tongs
– Meat thermometer
Cooking Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the steak, then cut it into even 1-1.5 inch cubes.
- Pat the steak pieces dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat your skillet over high heat until it’s very hot.
- Add olive oil, and sear the steak in batches, avoiding crowding, for 2-3 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms.
- Baste the beef with butter, ensuring an even coating, and add minced garlic towards the end to prevent burning.
- For desired doneness: Rare (125°F), Medium (135°F), Medium-Well (145°F).
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of stock or wine, then whisk in the remaining butter off-heat for a silky sauce.
- Finish with fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon before serving. Allow the bites to rest briefly.
Serving Suggestions and Tips
Enjoy these steak bites over creamy whipped mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or alongside crusty bread. For best results, avoid overcooking and let steak come to room temperature. Consider make-ahead options by marinating steak cubes in advance for improved flavor.
Nutrition Estimate: Approximately 300 calories per serving.