What are garlic butter steak bites?

Garlic Butter Steak Bites are small pieces of steak seared until browned, then coated in a rich garlic butter sauce. They often pair with creamy sides like mashed potatoes.

What kind of steak is best for garlic steak bites?

Ribeye, sirloin, and filet work best. These cuts stay tender and cook quickly.

What is butter steak?

Butter steak refers to steak cooked or finished in butter, which adds richness and flavor.

Can I cook a steak in garlic butter?

Yes, you can cook steak in garlic butter. However, it works best to sear first, then finish in butter to avoid burning the garlic.

Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Description

Garlic Butter Steak Bites served over creamy mashed potatoes with a rich parmesan garlic sauce. This quick 30-minute dinner delivers juicy steak, bold garlic flavor, and comforting textures in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs steak such as filet, ribeye, or sirloin

4–5 tbsp avocado oil

5 tbsp butter divided

10 cloves garlic minced and divided

1.5 cups heavy cream

2 green onions diced

1 tsp red pepper flakes

2/3 cup parmesan cheese grated

4 lbs russet potatoes

1 cup half and half warmed

6 tbsp salted butter for potatoes

3/4 cup shredded cheese

1 tsp garlic powder

3/4 tsp salt

Black pepper to taste

2 tbsp smoked paprika

1 tbsp cayenne pepper

1 tbsp onion powder

2 tsp garlic powder (for seasoning)

1 tsp black pepper

1 tsp salt (for seasoning)

1/2 tsp dried thyme

1/2 tsp dried oregano

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Instructions

1. Cut steak into bite sized pieces, coat with oil, and season well. Let sit briefly at room temperature

2. Peel and cut potatoes, soak in cold water, then boil in salted water until tender

3. Heat oil in a pan and sear steak in batches until browned, flipping once, then remove

4. In the same pan, melt butter and cook garlic until fragrant, return steak and toss to coat, then set aside

5. Add more butter and garlic, whisk in cream, and simmer gently until slightly thickened

6. Mash potatoes with butter, half and half, cheese, and seasonings until smooth

7. Stir parmesan, red pepper flakes, and green onions into the sauce until creamy

8. Serve steak bites over mashed potatoes and spoon sauce on top

Notes

Use tender cuts like ribeye or filet for best texture

Cook steak in batches to avoid overcrowding

Fresh garlic gives the best flavor

Simmer sauce gently to prevent curdling

Adjust spice level to taste

Swap heavy cream with evaporated milk for a lighter option

Mashed cauliflower works as a low carb substitute

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 145mg