Cowboy Butter Steak Bites
Tender steak bites seared to perfection and coated in a rich, garlicky cowboy butter sauce. A quick and flavorful recipe perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 to 1.5 pounds steak sirloin, ribeye, or filet mignon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp high smoke point oil avocado or canola
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, adjust for spice
- Juice and zest of half a lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce Optional
- ½ tsp teaspoon onion powder Optional
- crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat Optional
Instructions
- Cut steak into 1-inch cubes and season with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add oil.
- Sear steak bites in batches without overcrowding for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to desired doneness.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with garlic, parsley, chives, thyme, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Reduce heat to low and add cowboy butter to the skillet. Toss steak bites in the butter to coat evenly, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with extra herbs if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Let steak come to room temperature before cooking for even results.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a good sear.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to control spiciness.
- Cowboy butter can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to one week.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 28gFat: 26g
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