Description
Juicy, tender steak cubes seared to perfection and smothered in an irresistible garlic butter sauce. These bite-sized morsels are perfect for entertaining or a quick gourmet dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or fresh thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Steak: Pat steak cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear Steak: Heat 1 tbsp butter and oil in large cast iron skillet over high heat. Working in batches to avoid crowding, sear steak for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to plate.
- Make Sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Finish: Return steak to skillet. Add Worcestershire and lemon juice. Toss to coat and cook 1 minute more. Garnish with parsley.
- Serve: Immediately with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Cut Tip: Slice against the grain for maximum tenderness
- Doneness Guide: 2 mins/side for rare, 3 for medium, 4 for well-done
- Variations: Add mushrooms with garlic or splash of red wine for depth
- Meal Prep: Cook steak bites ahead; reheat gently in sauce
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg