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Easy Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites

Easy Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites

Tender, juicy steak bites seared hot and tossed in a rich garlic-herb butter. A 20-minute, restaurant-style weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
  • Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high until very hot. Add olive oil and swirl to coat.
  • Sear the steak in a single layer in batches, without crowding, for 2 minutes per side until deeply browned and just cooked to your liking. Transfer seared bites to a plate and repeat with remaining steak.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. When melted and foaming, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Return steak and any juices to the pan. Add thyme, rosemary, and parsley, then toss for 30 to 60 seconds to coat in the garlic butter. Finish with lemon juice and, if using, red pepper flakes.
  • Serve immediately with extra herbs on top. Great with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

For best browning, work in batches and avoid overcrowding the pan. Use a well-marbled cut like ribeye for extra tenderness. Cook time will vary with cube size; aim for an internal temperature of about 130°F for medium-rare.