Ingredients
– 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil
– 2 pounds steak cut into small bite-size pieces (top sirloin recommended; alternatives include New York strip, tenderloin, or rib eye)
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
– 6 cloves minced fresh garlic
– 1/4 cup chopped parsley (fresh preferred; dried optional)
– Green onion for garnish
Instructions
1-First, gather and prep all ingredients for your garlic butter beef bites. Trim 1 to 1.5 pounds of beef sirloin, pat dry thoroughly with paper towels, and cut into roughly 1-inch cubes so they cook evenly. Mince 4 cloves of garlic and chop parsley; measure butter, oil, and seasonings.
2-Seasoning the Beef: Season the beef evenly by placing the cubed meat in a bowl and adding 1 tsp kosher salt, Β½ tsp black pepper, and a light drizzle of olive oil. Let it rest at room temperature for 10 15 minutes to promote even cooking. This step helps the flavors meld and ensures a great sear.
3-Heating the Pan: Heat your pan for a proper sear using a heavy skillet over medium-high to high heat for about 3 4 minutes. Add 1 tbsp oil and swirl to coat. The pan should be hot enough that the beef sizzles immediately, creating a nice crust.
4-Sear in batches to avoid overcrowding, adding the beef in a single layer for 1.5 2 minutes per side until well-browned. Transfer browned beef to a plate and tent loosely with foil for 3 5 minutes to rest.
5-Creating the Sauce: Create the garlic butter sauce in the same pan by reducing heat to medium and adding 2 3 tbsp unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sautΓ© for 30 60 seconds. Stir in 1 tbsp Worcestershire or tamari and 1 tsp fresh thyme for extra depth.
6-Return the beef to the pan and toss to coat, cooking for another 1 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed and incorporate add-ins like vegetables for a complete meal. For internal linking, check out our guide on simple weeknight meals for more ideas.
Last Step:
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π§ Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; pre-peeled garlic can save prep time.
πΆοΈ Add diced vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, or onions by sautΓ©ing them after removing the water and before adding butter.
π For a different protein option, swap steak for boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-size pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Paleo (if using ghee), Whole30 (if using ghee), Dairy-Free option (use ghee)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
