🥩 Steak Bites with Garlic Butter (Juicy + Crispy)
⏱ Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Cook: 8–10 minutes
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Total: ~20 minutes
🍽 Serves
2–3 people
🧄 Ingredients
For the steak
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1½ lb (680 g) steak (sirloin, ribeye, strip, or tenderloin)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp salt (or to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika (optional)
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½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
For the garlic butter
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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4–6 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Optional: red pepper flakes or fresh thyme/rosemary
🔥 Instructions
1. Prep the steak
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Pat steak dry with paper towels (very important for browning).
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Cut into 1–1½ inch cubes.
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Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
2. Heat the pan
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Heat a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
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Let it get hot — you want a good sizzle.
3. Sear the steak bites
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Add steak in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
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Sear for 2–3 minutes per side, turning once.
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Don’t stir constantly — let the crust form.
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Remove steak from pan and set aside.
4. Make the garlic butter
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Lower heat to medium.
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Add butter to the same pan.
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Once melted, add garlic and cook 20–30 seconds (don’t burn it).
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Stir in parsley and optional herbs or chili flakes.
5. Combine & finish
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Return steak bites to the pan.
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Toss in garlic butter for 30–60 seconds.
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Taste and adjust salt if needed.
6. Serve immediately
Perfect with mashed potatoes, rice, roasted veggies, or straight out of the pan 👀
❓ Q & A (Everything People Usually Ask)
Q: What’s the best cut of steak for steak bites?
A:
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Best overall: Sirloin (great flavor + affordable)
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Most tender: Ribeye or tenderloin
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Budget option: Flat iron or chuck eye (still excellent)
Q: How do I keep steak bites from getting tough?
A:
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Don’t overcook — steak bites cook FAST
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Use high heat for a short time
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Cut against the grain
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Let steak rest for 2–3 minutes before serving
Q: Can I make this in advance?
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You can prep the steak ahead, but cook right before serving. Reheating can make it chewy.
Q: Can I use frozen steak?
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Yes — but fully thaw and pat dry first. Moisture = no crust.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
A:
Absolutely. Great add-ins:
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Mushrooms
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Green beans
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Asparagus
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Broccoli
Cook veggies first, remove them, then cook steak.
Q: How do I know when the steak is done?
A:
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Medium-rare: soft, springy, warm red center (~130–135°F / 54–57°C)
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Medium: firmer, pink center (~140–145°F / 60–63°C)
Q: Can I make it spicy?
A:
YES 😈
Add:
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Red pepper flakes
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Cayenne
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Chili oil
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Cajun seasoning
Q: What sauce goes well with steak bites?
A:
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Creamy peppercorn sauce
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Chimichurri
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Garlic aioli
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Blue cheese sauce
(But honestly… garlic butter is already winning.)
