Description

These Garlic Butter Steak Bites feature perfectly seared beef tossed in rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes with just a handful of simple ingredients, this family-friendly recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor for busy weeknights or special gatherings.

Ingredients

1 to 1¼ pounds sirloin, tri-tip, ribeye, or strip steak (cut into ½-inch pieces)
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
4 to 6 fresh garlic cloves (minced)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish—optional)

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Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Steak

Cut your steak into roughly ½-inch pieces, keeping them as uniform as possible. Pat each piece completely dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Heat the Pan

Place your skillet over medium heat and let it warm up for about 3 minutes. A properly heated pan is essential for getting that perfect golden-brown sear.

Step 3: Sear the Steak

Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the hot pan. Once it starts sizzling and turning golden, add your steak bites in a single layer with space between each piece.

Let them sear for 3 minutes without touching or moving them.

Step 4: Flip and Finish Cooking

Use tongs to flip each piece over. Cook another 2–3 minutes until they’re beautifully browned and cooked to your liking.

For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 140–145°F. Once done, transfer the steak bites to a clean plate.

Step 5: Make the Garlic Butter

Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic to the same skillet.

Sauté the garlic for about 2 minutes, stirring often, until it’s fragrant and softened but not browned. Use your spatula to scrape up all those flavorful brown bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 6: Combine and Serve

Take the pan off the heat. Return your rested steak bites to the skillet and toss everything together until each piece is coated in that golden garlic butter.

Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with fresh parsley if you like, and serve right away while it’s hot and glossy.

Notes

Let your steak sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking
Dry the meat thoroughly with paper towels for the best sear
Don’t skip the instant-read thermometer—it takes the guesswork out
Work in batches rather than overcrowding your pan
Save leftover garlic butter and drizzle it over vegetables or bread

Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Pan-Seared
Cuisine: American