Description
These Garlic Butter Steak Bites are tender, juicy pieces of sirloin steak seared to perfection and tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with thyme and rosemary. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this skillet recipe is perfect for a quick yet flavorful dinner or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil to prepare for searing the steak bites.
- Add Steak Pieces: Once the oil is hot, carefully add the bite-sized sirloin steak pieces to the skillet in a single layer.
- Sear Steak Undisturbed: Let the steak cook without stirring for about 2-3 minutes to develop a rich, caramelized sear.
- Brown All Sides: Stir the steak pieces and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until browned evenly on all sides.
- Remove Steak: Remove the seared steak bites from the skillet and set aside on a plate to rest briefly.
- Melt Butter: Reduce heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet, allowing it to melt slowly.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add Herbs and Seasoning: Stir in the dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper into the garlic butter mixture to infuse the flavors.
- Return Steak to Skillet: Add the cooked steak bites back into the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the garlic butter sauce.
- Final Cook: Cook the steak bites in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure thorough coating.
- Remove from Heat: Once the steak is fully coated and flavorful, remove the skillet from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Add Parsley: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the garlic butter steak bites for a fresh, vibrant finish.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the steak bites hot and juicy directly from the skillet for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a high-quality sirloin steak for the best tenderness and flavor.
- Make sure the skillet is hot before adding the steak to get a good sear and caramelization.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook the steak in batches if necessary to avoid steaming.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted for dried if preferred; adjust quantities accordingly.
- This recipe pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
