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Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Garlic Butter Steak Bites: Irresistibly Flavorful Comfort Food

Indulge in Garlic Butter Steak Bites, a quick, flavorful dish perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Steak Bites
  • 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak Main protein source, can swap for chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Essential for searing, enhancing flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic Minced, adds aromatic flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Divided; can substitute with ghee or vegan butter.
  • salt Adjust to taste.
  • pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Parmesan Cream Sauce
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Key ingredient for the creamy sauce.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Creates a luscious sauce base.
Optional Garnishes
  • chopped fresh parsley Adds freshness and visual appeal.
  • pinch of red pepper flakes Provides a hint of heat; optional.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Cutting Board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Steak: Dry the steak cubes with paper towels, season generously with salt and pepper, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Sear the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add steak bites, and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Make Garlic Butter: Reduce heat, melt butter in skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then toss in steak bites.
  4. Prepare Parmesan Cream Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, sauté garlic, add cream, bring to simmer, and stir in Parmesan until smooth.
  5. Serve: Pour cream sauce over steak bites or serve on the side, garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and avoid freezing the sauce separately.

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