Can I use a different cut of steak in this recipe?

Absolutely! While sirloin is great for bite-sized pieces due to its flavor and tenderness, you can also use ribeye, strip steak, or even flank steak. Just be mindful of cooking times and cutting against the grain if using tougher cuts.

How can I make this recipe spicier?

To up the heat, simply add more red pepper flakes when cooking the potatoes and steak. You can also toss in a diced jalapeño with the garlic or serve with a spicy dipping sauce like a chipotle mayo for an extra kick.

What’s the best way to get crispy potatoes without frying?

Using a mixture of butter and olive oil in a hot pan and allowing the potatoes to cook undisturbed for part of the time helps develop that golden crust. Also, cutting potatoes into even-size cubes helps them cook evenly without turning mushy. Avoid overcrowding the pan which traps steam.

Can I prepare parts of this recipe in advance?

Yes! You can par-cook the potatoes ahead of time and refrigerate them. When ready to cook, just reheat them in the skillet with the garlic and herbs before adding the steak. You can also cut and season the steak in advance for a quicker cook time.

Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Easy & Flavorful Dinner

Description

This Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe combines tender sirloin steak cubes with flavorful herb-infused baby potatoes, all cooked in a luscious garlic butter sauce. Perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal, these steak bites are seared to perfection and paired with seasoned potatoes for a deliciously balanced dish.

Ingredients

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For the Potatoes:

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 lb baby red and yellow potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Steak:

1 1/4 lb sirloin steak, cut into one-inch cubes
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter

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Instructions

Prep Potatoes: Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the cubed potatoes, minced garlic, fresh parsley, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 6 minutes until potatoes are tender but still firm. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the potatoes from the skillet and set aside.
Cook Steak: Discard any burnt garlic and herbs from the skillet. Increase the heat to high and add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Add the sirloin steak cubes and sear for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the steak is browned on all sides and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine and Serve: Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the steak. Cook together for 1 minute until heated through and well combined. Serve the garlic butter steak bites hot for best flavor.

Notes

Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking the steak to ensure it sears properly and develops a nice crust.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your preferred spice level.
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted with about one-third the quantity.
For a slightly creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream when combining potatoes and steak.
Let the steak rest briefly after cooking if you prefer more tender bites before combining with potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 29 g
Cholesterol: 95 mg