Description
Succulent butter steak bites with garlic herb potatoes bring together sizzling beef and crispy potatoes in a mouthwatering culinary dance. Rich, tender morsels paired with aromatic herbs create a comforting meal that will satisfy your deepest hunger cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
Seasonings and Herbs:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Cooking and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Potatoes:
- 1 pound (1 lb) Yukon gold or red potatoes, cut into ½-inch pieces
Potato Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ¼ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or ¼ teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Potato Cooking Enhancer:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes by cubing them into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Create a flavor base in a large skillet by melting butter and olive oil together, developing a rich foundation for the dish.
- Season potato cubes generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary, allowing the herbs to coat each piece thoroughly.
- Sauté potatoes over medium-high heat, stirring intermittently to achieve a golden-brown exterior and tender interior, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Transfer roasted potatoes to a separate plate, keeping them warm and preserving their crispy texture.
- Increase skillet temperature to high and introduce additional butter, creating a searing environment for the steak bites.
- Carefully place steak pieces into the hot skillet, ensuring they are spread in a single layer to promote proper caramelization.
- Cook steak bites for 1-2 minutes per side, developing a rich, browned exterior while maintaining a juicy interior.
- Sprinkle steak bites with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to enhance their natural flavors.
- Reunite the potatoes with the seared steak bites in the skillet, gently tossing to distribute heat and harmonize flavors.
- Finish the dish by warming the combined ingredients for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring everything is heated thoroughly.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a vibrant, herbaceous note to the final presentation.
Notes
- Choose high-quality, marbled steak cuts like ribeye or sirloin for maximum tenderness and flavor in your bites.
- Pat steak completely dry before searing to achieve a perfect golden-brown crust and prevent steaming instead of browning.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for superior heat distribution and creating an incredible crispy exterior on steak bites.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking steak bites, which can lower temperature and prevent proper caramelization.
- For a low-carb version, replace potatoes with cauliflower or turnips to maintain similar texture and taste profile.
- Let steak bites rest for 2-3 minutes after cooking to help juices redistribute, ensuring each bite remains succulent and flavorful.
- Experiment with different herb combinations like oregano, basil, or sage to customize the dish’s aromatic profile.
- Consider using grass-fed beef for a more nutrient-dense and environmentally conscious protein option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg