Prepare tender, pan-seared steak bites coated in garlic butter and serve them with a rich, homemade garlic dipping sauce.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:10 min
Total Time:20 min
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Pan Searing
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced, divided
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Garlic Sauce:
0.5 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
Prepare the steak: Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt and pepper.
Make the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth. Cover and refrigerate while cooking the steak.
Sear the steak: Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams. Add the steak cubes in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan (work in batches if necessary). Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
Add garlic butter: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 cloves of the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook, tossing the steak frequently, for 1-2 minutes until the butter melts and coats the steak.
Finish the steak: Add the remaining 2 cloves of minced garlic during the last 30 seconds of cooking. Remove the skillet from the heat immediately to prevent the garlic from burning.
Serve: Transfer the steak bites to a serving platter. Serve hot with the prepared garlic sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
For best results, allow the steak to come close to room temperature for about 20 minutes before searing.
Use high-quality butter for the best flavor in the coating.
If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a teaspoon of water or milk to the mixture.