Are you a steak lover? Then you'll surely enjoy these Savory Garlic Butter Steak Bites, which are full of juicy tenderness and rich, buttery flavor. Small pieces of steak are cooked perfectly and then coated in a delicious garlic butter sauce. These steak bites are perfect for an appetizer, party food, or quick weeknight meal. They're surprisingly easy to prepare yet impressive enough to serve to your guests!
Detailed Recipe
Ingredients:
The Steak:
- 1 pound ribeye steak (or another cut of your choice), cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
The Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup dry white wine (or beef broth)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:
- Marinate the Steak (Optional): For extra flavorful steak bites, marinate the steak in a mixture of olive oil, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator before cooking.
- Season the Steak: Pat the steak bites dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Cook the Steak: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the steak bites in batches for 2-3 minutes per side or until browned on all sides. An internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit (63 degrees Celsius) is recommended for medium-rare steak. Transfer the cooked steak bites to a plate and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet used to cook the steak. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the white wine (or beef broth) and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute, allowing the alcohol to cook off slightly from the white wine.
- Finish the Sauce: Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (if using). Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for an additional minute or until slightly thickened.
- Serve: Stir the cooked steak bites back into the pan with the garlic butter sauce and heat through for an additional 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Tips
- Steak Options: Ribeye is a great choice for steak bites because it's well-marbled and flavorful. However, you can use other cuts of steak, such as sirloin, flank steak, or even skirt steak. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly, as some cuts of steak cook faster than others.
- Don't Overcook: Steak bites cook quickly, so be careful not to overcook them. They will continue to cook slightly even after they are removed from the heat.
- Resting the Steak: After searing the steak bites, let them rest for a few minutes before tossing them in the garlic butter sauce. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in more tender and flavorful steak bites.
