Quick, tasty, and ready in 15 minutes.
introduction
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites is a fast, tasty dinner ready in about 15 minutes. The steak cooks quickly, the garlic butter adds strong flavor, and the zucchini gives a fresh bite. You can find more easy dinner recipes like this.
why make this recipe
Make this if you want a fast meal that feels special. It uses few ingredients and little time. It works for busy weeknights or a quick date-night dinner. The flavors are bold but simple.
how to make Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Pat the steak dry so it sears well. Cook the steak bites in a hot pan to get a good brown crust. Remove the steak, make garlic butter in the same pan, and cook the zucchini until it is tender-crisp. Return the steak to the pan, toss to coat, and heat through. Serve right away so the steak stays juicy.
Ingredients :
1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip), cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons, 3 tablespoons butter, 3 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Directions :
Pat the steak bites dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and pepper., Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat., Add steak bites to the hot skillet in a single layer. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove steak from skillet and set aside., Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant., Add the zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp., Return the steak bites to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat with the garlic butter., Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the steak is heated through., Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
how to serve Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Serve hot on a plate with the garlic butter spooned over. They go well with rice, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad. You can also serve over pasta or with crusty bread to soak up the butter.
how to store Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Let cool to room temperature, then put in an airtight container. Store in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat so the steak stays tender. Do not freeze with zucchini — it gets mushy when thawed.
tips to make Garlic Butter Steak Bites
- Pat steak completely dry for a good sear.
- Do not crowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.
- Use high heat for quick browning and a short cook time.
- Add garlic only after the butter melts to avoid burning.
- Cut zucchini into similar thickness so it cooks evenly.
variation (if any)
- Swap zucchini for mushrooms or bell peppers.
- Use a splash of soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce in the butter for extra umami.
- Make it spicy with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
FAQs
Q: Can I use cheaper cuts of steak?
A: Yes, but slice into smaller bites and do not overcook. Tougher cuts work if cut small and cooked quickly.
Q: Can I skip the zucchini?
A: Yes. You can add other quick-cook veggies or just serve the steak bites alone.
Q: How do I know the steak is done?
A: Steak bites cook fast. Sear 1-2 minutes per side for medium-rare to medium, depending on cube size.
Q: Can I make this ahead?
A: You can cook the steak ahead but reheat in a skillet and add fresh garlic butter and zucchini right before serving.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Description
Quick and tasty garlic butter steak bites ready in about 15 minutes, with tender zucchini and bold flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the steak bites dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add steak bites to the hot skillet in a single layer. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
- Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the zucchini to the skillet. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.
- Return the steak bites to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat with the garlic butter.
- Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the steak is heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or simple salad. Do not freeze with zucchini as it gets mushy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
