Description
A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender steak bites seared in a skillet and tossed in a rich, herby garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Remove steak from fridge and let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Cut steak into 1-inch cubes and place in a bowl.
- Season steak cubes generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss to coat evenly.
- Heat a large skillet (preferably cast-iron) over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.
- Add steak cubes in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan (cook in batches if necessary).
- Sear steak for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes until medium-rare.
- Remove steak from pan and set aside on a plate. Do not wipe out the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter to the skillet and melt.
- Add minced garlic, dried parsley, thyme, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Return steak bites to the pan and toss to coat in the herb butter sauce.
- Cook for another minute to meld flavors, taste and adjust seasoning, then serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a proper sear rather than steaming the meat. Ensure steak is very dry before seasoning for better browning. Do not overcook the steak; aim for medium-rare (130-135°F) as residual heat will continue cooking it. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet to maintain moisture. Do not freeze with the butter sauce as the texture may become grainy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6 ounces of steak
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 45
- Saturated Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 50
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