Garlic Butter Steak Bites (Printable)
Seared sirloin cubes bathed in garlicky butter—ready in 20 minutes for a bold, low-carb main or appetizer.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Seasonings
02 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Garlic Butter Sauce
05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, optional
→ For Serving
09 - Flaky sea salt, optional
10 - Extra chopped parsley, optional
# How to Make It:
01 - Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season evenly with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter; once melted and foaming, add half the steak pieces in a single layer. Sear for 1 to 2 minutes per side until deeply browned and just cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
03 - Repeat searing process with the remaining steak cubes, adding a small amount of oil if necessary to prevent sticking.
04 - Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to skillet, followed by minced garlic. Sauté, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds until aromatic.
05 - Return all steak bites to the skillet. Toss to coat thoroughly with garlic butter. Stir in chopped parsley and thyme, if using.
06 - Transfer steak bites to serving plates. Garnish with flaky sea salt and additional chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The way the garlic butter clings to every bite is something I used to wish for at restaurants, and now it happens at home in minutes.
- It’s a one-pan wonder that doesn’t demand any tricky techniques, just attention to golden edges and a sense of timing.
02 -
- Once I crowded the pan to save time and ended up with gray steamed steak—trust me, patience equals crust.
- Starting with steak that’s truly dry is non-negotiable; it’s how you get that irresistible sear every time.
03 -
- Letting the steak come close to room temperature before searing helps it cook more evenly and quickly.
- Swirl the pan as the garlic cooks to keep it from sticking and seasoning everything evenly.