Description
These Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites are tender sirloin cubes seared to perfection and tossed in a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce. Infused with Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika, they deliver a spicy, smoky kick perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, this American classic is gluten-free and ideal for pairing with rice, mashed potatoes, or salads.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 ½ pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the steak: In a large bowl, toss the steak cubes with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until the pieces are evenly coated with the spices.
- Sear the steak bites: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned steak cubes in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook the steak bites for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until they develop a browned crust and reach your desired level of doneness.
- Remove steak: Take the cooked steak bites out of the skillet and set them aside to rest while you prepare the garlic butter sauce.
- Prepare garlic butter sauce: Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once the butter melts, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, infusing the butter with its aroma.
- Toss steak in butter: Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter until well coated and heated through, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the steak bites for a fresh touch and serve immediately, perfect alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
- These steak bites pair wonderfully with rice, mashed potatoes, or served over a fresh green salad.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet while cooking the steak to ensure proper searing and browning.
