Garlic Butter Steak Bites (Printable View)

Tender steak bites seared and tossed in rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in 15 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Steak

01 - 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
04 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

→ Garlic Butter Sauce

05 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
09 - 1 tbsp olive oil

# How to Prepare:

01 - Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season thoroughly with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and slightly smoking.
03 - Add steak in a single layer without overcrowding. Sear undisturbed for 1-2 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms, then flip and cook 1-2 additional minutes until desired doneness is reached. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet and melt completely. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
05 - Return steak bites to the pan and toss vigorously to coat in garlic butter sauce. Cook for 1 minute to meld flavors. Remove from heat immediately.
06 - Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and thyme leaves. Serve immediately while hot for best results.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • These come together faster than delivery and taste infinitely better
  • The garlic butter sauce transforms simple steak into something that feels special enough for guests
  • Everything cooks in one skillet so cleanup is practically nonexistent
02 -
  • Overcrowding the pan is the fastest way to ruin the crust so work in batches if your skillet isnt big enough
  • Let the pan get properly hot before adding the first piece of steak or youll end up steaming instead of searing
03 -
  • Room temperature steak sears more evenly so take it out of the fridge about 30 minutes before cooking
  • A splash of fresh lemon juice right at the end cuts through the richness beautifully

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