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Plate of Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites garnished with fresh herbs and served with a side.

Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Quick and flavorful, these Garlic Butter Steak Bites offer steakhouse quality in just 15 minutes, making them perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb sirloin steak or ribeye/tenderloin if preferred
  • 2 tblsp olive oil for cooking
  • 4 tblsp unsalted butter can use salted, adjust seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced fresh is best
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tblsp chopped parsley for garnish
  • pinch red pepper flakes for added heat
  • 1 squeeze lemon juice for brightness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the steak into bite-sized cubes and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Season the steak well with salt and pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes at room temperature if possible.
Cooking
  1. Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  2. Once the oil is shimmery, add the steak in a single layer. Sear for 1 to 2 minutes on one side without moving it. Flip and brown the other side, cooking for a total of 3 to 6 minutes for medium rare to medium.
  3. Remove the cooked steak from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium, add the butter, and let it melt. Once melted, add minced garlic and stir for about 20 to 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Return the steak to the pan and toss to coat in the garlic butter. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Finish with chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, and a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Notes

Pat the steak dry for better browning. Avoid crowding the pan and cook in batches if needed. Let the steak rest briefly before serving for extra tenderness.