Description
A quick and easy 10-minute dinner featuring tender, seared steak bites tossed in a rich, savory garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or date nights at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 to 2 pounds Ribeye or Sirloin Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon High-smoke point oil (avocado, grapeseed, or canola)
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 4–5 cloves Fresh garlic, minced finely
- Optional: Fresh thyme sprigs or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the steak cubes completely dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- Heat a large skillet (cast iron or stainless steel) over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add the oil and swirl to coat.
- Add steak cubes to the pan in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes to develop a crust, then flip. Cook for 3-4 minutes total for medium-rare.
- Remove steak from the pan and set aside on a plate, leaving the fond (browned bits) in the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter to the pan. Once melted, add minced garlic and stir constantly for 30-60 seconds until fragrant and golden. Do not let the garlic burn.
- Return the steak bites to the pan and toss quickly in the garlic butter sauce to coat. Heat through for about 30 seconds.
- Remove from heat, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Ensure the steak is completely dry before cooking to achieve a proper sear. Do not overcrowd the pan, as this will cause the meat to steam rather than sear. Lower the heat before adding butter and garlic to prevent burning. For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with ghee or olive oil.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4-5 bi
- Calories: 225
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 15
Keywords: garlic butter steak bites, quick dinner, steak recipe, 10 minute meals, keto friendly, high protein, ribeye, sirloin, easy weeknight dinner