Description
This Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe offers tender sirloin steak cubes perfectly seasoned with a flavorful blend of Cajun spices and cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce. Quick and easy to prepare on the stovetop, these juicy steak bites make for a delicious main course, perfect for a satisfying dinner that pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or salads.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 ½ pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the steak: In a medium bowl, toss the steak cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Sear the steak bites: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the steak bites in a single layer without overcrowding the pan (cook in batches if necessary). Sear each side for 2 to 3 minutes until browned and cooked to your preferred level of doneness.
- Set steak aside: Remove the cooked steak bites from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
- Prepare garlic butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add the unsalted butter to the same skillet and let it melt. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Toss steak in garlic butter: Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter sauce for about 1 minute to coat them evenly and warm through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately with your choice of sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or salad.
Notes
- For extra tenderness and flavor, you can use ribeye or New York strip steak instead of sirloin.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.
- Serve the steak bites over mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
