Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Name: Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs sirloin steak (or ribeye), cut into 1-inch cubes; 4 tbsp unsalted butter; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 4 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Seared cubes of sirloin steak basted in a rich garlic herb butter until deeply browned and juicy - a fast, crowd-pleasing keto dinner that is done in under 15 minutes.

20 minEasyServes 4450 cal/serving

AmericanDinnerStovetopKetoLow CarbHigh ProteinPaleoGluten-FreeEgg-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs sirloin steak (or ribeye), cut into 1-inch cubes
4 tbsp unsalted butter
6 garlic cloves, minced
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Pat 2 lbs cut into 1-inch cubes sirloin steak (or ribeye) completely dry with paper towels - this is critical for a good sear. Season generously all over with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
2

Heat a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over high heat until smoking. Add 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil and swirl to coat.
3

Add the steak cubes in a single layer without crowding - work in two batches if needed. Sear undisturbed for 1 to 2 minutes until a deep brown crust forms, then toss and sear another 1 to 2 minutes. For medium-rare, the internal temperature should reach 130 to 135 degrees F (54 to 57 degrees C). Remove the steak and set aside on a plate.
4

Reduce heat to medium. Add 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 6 minced garlic cloves, 4 fresh thyme sprigs sprigs, and 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary to the pan. Let the butter foam and the garlic sizzle for about 60 seconds, stirring so the garlic does not burn.
5

Return the steak bites to the pan and toss for 30 seconds to coat thoroughly in the butter and herb mixture.
6

Transfer to a serving platter, spoon any remaining garlic butter from the pan over the top, and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley. Serve immediately.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Garlic Butter Steak Bites reach?

For Garlic Butter Steak Bites, the target internal temperature is 135 F (about 55 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the searing in Garlic Butter Steak Bites?

Step 1 reads: "Pat 2 lbs cut into 1-inch cubes sirloin steak (or ribeye) completely dry with paper towels - this is critical for a good sear." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 1 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

Can I make Garlic Butter Steak Bites dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Garlic Butter Steak Bites is 4 tbsp unsalted butter. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How much protein is in Garlic Butter Steak Bites?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 36 g of protein in about 450 calories, alongside 2 g carbohydrate and 22 g fat, plus 280 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

How long does Garlic Butter Steak Bites keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Garlic Butter Steak Bites within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The avocado browns within hours; add it fresh to each portion.

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