Description
Enjoy these irresistible savory steak bites, pan-seared to perfection and coated in a mouthwatering garlic butter sauce. This quick recipe is ideal for parties and weeknight dinners, offering a delicious and easy appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Pat the steak bites dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the steak bites to the hot skillet in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness.
- Remove the steak bites from the skillet and set aside.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet.
- Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the steak bites to the skillet. Add parsley and optional red pepper flakes. Toss to coat the steak bites in the garlic butter sauce.
- Serve the irresistible savory steak bites immediately.
Notes
- For best results, use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet.
- Do not overcook the steak bites to maintain tenderness.
- Adjust garlic and butter quantities to your preference.
- Serve with toothpicks for easy appetizer consumption.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 4 oz
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg