Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes recipe features tender, juicy steak cubes seared in a buttery garlic sauce alongside golden, herb-seasoned potatoes. Cooked in a cast iron skillet, this one-pan dish offers a delicious and easy meal perfect for any night of the week, combining the savory flavors of garlic, rosemary, and oregano with rich butter and olive oil.
Ingredients
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For the Steak and Potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided (1/2 stick)
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into 1/2-inch cubes (can substitute red-skinned or fingerling potatoes)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 1 1/2 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes (alternative options: beef tenderloin, NY strip steak, or stir fry meat)
For Garnish (Optional)
- Freshly chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat the skillet and melt butter: Place a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt completely before proceeding.
- Cook the potatoes with seasonings: Add the diced Yukon Gold potatoes, minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried oregano, kosher salt, and ground pepper to the skillet. Cook undisturbed for about 4 minutes, then stir and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender. Remove the potatoes from the skillet and set aside in a bowl.
- Sear the steak bites: Return the skillet to high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir to melt the butter and add the cubed sirloin steak in a single layer. Cook the steak bites for 1 minute without moving, then flip or stir and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the desired doneness is reached. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Combine steak and potatoes: Add the cooked potatoes back into the skillet with the steak bites. Toss everything together to combine. Adjust seasoning by adding more salt and pepper if desired.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious garlic butter steak bites and potatoes!
Notes
- If potatoes are not tender after about 8 minutes but begin to brown too much, reduce heat to medium-low, add 2 tablespoons of warm water, cover the skillet, and cook for 3-4 more minutes until the water evaporates and potatoes are fully tender.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even cooking; crowding can cause steaming instead of proper searing.
- Use a meat thermometer to check steak doneness: Rare at 125-130°F, Medium-rare at 130-140°F, Medium at 140-150°F, Medium-well at 150-160°F, and Well-done at 160-165°F.
