Weeknight Winner: My Simple & Savory Garlic Herb Butter Steak Bites

 

 After a busy day, sometimes all I crave is a satisfying and flavorful meal that doesn't take hours to prepare. That's where these Garlic Herb Butter Steak Bites come to the rescue! This recipe is a game-changer – tender, juicy pieces of steak seared to perfection and coated in a luscious, aromatic garlic herb butter.

 

Forget fussy preparations and complicated steps. This recipe focuses on high-impact flavor with minimal effort. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner for the family or even a simple yet elegant meal for yourself. The aroma alone as these steak bites cook is enough to make your kitchen the most inviting place in Ewing!

 

The key to these incredibly flavorful bites is the garlic herb butter. It infuses the steak with a rich, savory, and slightly herbaceous taste that's absolutely irresistible. Plus, cooking the steak in bite-sized pieces ensures a quick and even cook, leading to perfectly tender results every time.

 

What You'll Need:

 

1 pound sirloin steak or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Let's Get Cooking!

 

Prep the Steak: Pat the steak bites dry with paper towels. This is crucial for getting a good sear. Season them generously on all sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Melt the Butter and Herbs: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and thyme leaves. Stir and let it simmer gently for a few minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the herbs have infused the butter. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Sear the Steak Bites: Heat the olive oil or remaining butter in a large skillet (cast iron works best!) over medium-high heat until it's shimmering. Be careful not to overcrowd the pan, as this will cause the steak to steam instead of sear. Work in batches if necessary.

Cook to Perfection: Add the steak bites to the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust the cooking time to your desired level of doneness. You want a nice brown crust on all sides.

Combine and Coat: Once the steak bites are cooked to your liking, reduce the heat to low. Pour the garlic herb butter over the steak bites and toss gently to coat them evenly. Cook for another minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Serve and Enjoy! Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the garlic herb butter steak bites to a serving plate. You can drizzle any remaining butter from the pan over the top. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, a simple salad, or crusty bread to soak up that delicious butter.