Garlic Butter Steak Bites (Printable Page)

Tender seared steak cubes with golden potatoes tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Steak Bites

01 - 1.25 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
04 - 0.5 tsp smoked paprika

→ Potatoes

05 - 1.5 lbs baby Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
06 - 2 tbsp olive oil
07 - 0.5 tsp kosher salt
08 - 0.25 tsp black pepper

→ Garlic Butter Sauce

09 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
10 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
12 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
13 - 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
14 - Zest of 1 lemon

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add quartered potatoes in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fork-tender. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
02 - Pat steak cubes dry and season with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
03 - Increase skillet heat to high and add 1 tbsp butter. Working in batches, add half the steak bites in a single layer. Sear for 2 minutes undisturbed, flip and sear another 1-2 minutes until browned. Remove to a plate and repeat with remaining steak bites, adding butter as needed.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Return steak bites and potatoes to the pan. Add parsley, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, and lemon zest. Toss to coat in garlic butter for 1-2 minutes.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon zest if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes from start to finish
  • One-skillet cooking means minimal cleanup
  • Perfectly seared steak bites with a crispy exterior and juicy center
  • Golden, fork-tender potatoes with incredible flavor
  • Rich garlic butter sauce with fresh herbs and bright lemon zest
  • Naturally gluten-free and crowd-pleasing
  • Restaurant-quality results with easy home cooking techniques
02 -
  • Cut steak into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when searing—work in batches for the best crust
  • Use a meat thermometer if desired; aim for 130°F for medium-rare
  • Quarter the potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate
  • Mince garlic fresh rather than using pre-minced for maximum flavor
  • Add the garlic at reduced heat to prevent burning
  • Toss the final dish gently to keep steak bites tender
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature
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