Tender and Juicy Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Garlic Butter Steak Bites are the ultimate 15-minute meal for busy weeknights. This easy stovetop recipe uses affordable sirloin steak and simple pantry ingredients for a stress-free dinner that requires zero marinating. Each bite is seared to golden perfection with crispy edges and coated in a rich, savory garlic butter sauce that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds sirloin steak cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or other high-heat oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- ¾ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves optional
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary finely chopped (optional)
- 1 –2 teaspoons lemon juice optional, to finish
Instructions
- Cut steak into 1-inch pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Season steak with salt, pepper, and paprika (optional).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high for 2 minutes. Add oil.
- Sear steak in batches in a single layer. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until browned and done to preference. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter to the pan.
- Add garlic (and thyme/rosemary if using). Stir 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- Return steak (and juices) to the pan. Toss 30–60 seconds to coat.
- Turn off heat. Add parsley and lemon juice (optional). Serve immediately.
Notes
Don’t crowd the pan. Cook in batches for the best crust.
Add garlic on lower heat so it doesn’t burn.
For juicier steak bites, pull them early and let carryover heat finish the job.
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