Are you ready to transform an ordinary dinner into a mouthwatering culinary experience that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds? These Steak Bites with Garlic Butter are not just a meal—they're a flavor explosion waiting to happen! In just 25 minutes, you'll create restaurant-quality bites that are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and absolutely drenched in a luxurious garlic butter sauce that will make your taste buds dance with joy.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Remove the sirloin steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This ensures even cooking and more tender meat.
- Pat the steak pieces dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps achieve a perfect golden-brown sear.
- Season the steak bites generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides, ensuring even coverage.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it get very hot, almost smoking.
- Carefully place the steak bites into the hot skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook in batches if necessary to maintain proper spacing.
- Sear the steak bites for 2-3 minutes on each side, turning them to create a rich, golden-brown crust. Aim for medium-rare to medium doneness.
- In the last minute of cooking, add butter to the skillet. Let it melt and start to foam.
- Add minced garlic and chopped rosemary to the melted butter. Tilt the pan and continuously baste the steak bites with the garlic butter for maximum flavor.
- Remove the steak bites from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Drizzle any remaining garlic butter from the pan over the steak bites before serving hot.
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Always let your steak sit at room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and more tender meat.
- Pat Dry for Perfect Sear: Use paper towels to remove moisture from steak pieces, which is crucial for achieving that golden-brown crust.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook steak bites in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and allow proper searing.
- Use a Cast-Iron Skillet: For the best results, use a heavy-bottomed pan that retains heat well and promotes even cooking.
- Watch Your Doneness: Aim for medium-rare to medium to keep the steak bites juicy and tender.
- Basting is Key: The final butter basting step adds incredible flavor and helps create a rich, glossy finish.
- Resting is Essential: Always let your steak bites rest for a few minutes after cooking to redistribute the juices and ensure maximum tenderness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 360kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 100mg
