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How To Make Steak Bites

Steak bites are the perfect way to enjoy a delicious steak. They are easy to make, flavorful, and packed with juicy goodness. 

Garlic butter Steak Bites

If you’re looking for the perfect steak bites recipe, look no further. This easy and delicious garlic butter steak bites recipe will surely be a hit with the whole family. These bite-sized pieces of steak are cooked quickly and can be served with various sauces for a flavor-packed meal.

What are Steak Bites?

Steak bites are the perfect bite-sized meat. They are easy to make, flavorful, and tender. They are often served as an appetizer or side dish with sauces on the side for dipping or drizzling over the top after they are cooked.

Steak bites are the perfect way to enjoy a delicious steak without committing to a full-sized steak. They are a great way to add a little something special to your meal without spending hours over a stovetop! 

Steak bites are perfect for any occasion:

  • -Holiday dinners
  • -Game day
  • -Picnics
  • -Birthday parties
  • -Cinco de Mayo celebrations
Steak bites cooked in a cast iron skillet and garnished with lemon wedges and parsley

Steak

For making steak bites, the best cuts are sirloin, tenderloin, filet mignon, ribeye, strip steak, and flank steak. These cuts have the right flavor, texture, and tenderness to ensure the steak bites are juicy and flavorful. 

Additionally, these cuts are easy to cube into small pieces, which makes them ideal for steak bites.

If you are a lover of other bite-sized meals, you will also love this Salmon bites recipe. 

Steak bites garnished with lemon edges and parsley.

Steak Bite Marinade

A steak bite marinade can add flavor and tenderness to steak bites. Let the steak bites marinate for at least 30 minutes for maximum flavor and tenderness.

Although you may cook your seasoned steak without marinating it but marinating helps infuse more flavor deep inside the steak.

Why you will love this recipe

  1. It is easy and quick to make
  2.  It is a super delicious appetizer
  3.  It’s nutritious 

Ingredients for making Steak Bites 

  • Steak: This is the star of the show. We used beef sirloin steak for this recipe because it is tender, flavorful, and easy to cut into your desired sizes. 
  • Seasoning: Garlic, Onion powder, Salt, and Pepper
  • Lemon juice makes the steak more tender while giving it a tangy flavor.
  • Olive oil: it’s needed to coat the steak to give it the browning effect it needs
  • Red Pepper Flakes: This is to add more spice to the meal. 
  • Herbs: Thyme for an earthy undertone and parsley for garnish 
  • Butter: for more flavor 
Ingredients for making garlic butter steak bites

How to make Steak Bites 

To make garlic butter steak bites:

  • Start by marinating the steak in a mixture of olive oil, lemon, seasoning, and herbs for at least 30 minutes ( the longer, the better).
  •  Once marinated, cook the steak bites over medium-high heat until they’re cooked to your desired doneness. 
  • Right before taking it off the heat, top the steak bites with a generous amount of garlic butter for a delicious flavor boost.

FAQs 

Why are my steak bites tough?

If your steak bites are tough, it could be caused by overcookingnot marinating the steak long enough, or using a tougher cut of steak

To prevent tough steak bites, marinate the steak for at least 30 minutes, use a tender cut of steak, and cook the steak bites over medium-high heat until they’re cooked to your desired doneness.

How long should you marinate the steak?

It’s best to marinate for at least 30 minutes. I like to marinate for an hour or overnight. The longer you marinate the steak cubes, the more flavorful and tender they will be

How can I keep my steak bites warm?

Make sure to cover your steak bites with foil after cooking. The foil will keep the dish warm and prevent the steak from getting cold and hardening up. Also, you can pop it into the oven with the foil to give it a bit of warmth. 

What’s the Best Cut of Steak for Steak Bites?

The best cut of steak for steak bites is a tender cut, such as sirloin, filet mignon, or ribeye. Avoid tougher cuts of steak, as they will be chewy and difficult to bite into.

I used the sirloin cut because it is lean, flavorful, and relatively tender, making it a good option for steak bites. 

Tools You’ll Need

  • Sharp knife: For cutting the steak
  •  Large cast iron skillet: to sear the steak bites
  •  Tongs: For turning the steak in the skillet and removal when done.\

Storage of Steak Bites

Steak bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make sure you eat within 2-3 days to ensure food safety.

How to reheat steak bites

For the best results, reheat steak bites in a skillet or pan on the stovetop. Heat a small amount of oil in the pan on medium heat and add the steak bites. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the steak bites are heated through. 

Alternatively, you can reheat steak bites in the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and spread the steak bites out in a single layer. Bake for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway through until the steak bites are heated through.

Garlic Butter Steak Bites with lemon wedges and parsely

what to serve with steak bites

Steak Bites are exquisite as an appetizer and can be eaten alone with sauces like barbecue sauce, fry sauce, and lemon pepper sauce. You can also serve them with ranch, salsa, or ketchup. We know you will love them no matter how you choose to serve them.

If you want to spice up this delicious meal, mashed potatoes are your friend. You can also serve this with other potatoes like Perfect Air Fryer Potato or rice and pasta

Useful Tips 

  • When making steak bites, it’s important to cut the steak into small, uniform cubes to ensure even cooking.
  • Use unsalted butter to control the amount of Salt in your steak bites.
  •  Make sure your pan is well-heated before starting to place your steak.
  •  Cook in batches if you are making it in large quantities to prevent the steaks from steaming.
  • Additionally, be sure not to overcook the steak cubes so that they remain tender and juicy.

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Steak bites garnished with lemon edges and parsley.

Steak Bites

Steak Bites – an easy, flavorful, yummy bite-sized meat that will have your taste buds craving for more. Nothing is more perfect than a perfect brown exterior and tender and juicy steak bites.
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Course: Appetizer, Lunch/Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beef, Steak bites
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 237kcal

Equipment

  • Sharp knife: For cutting the steak
  • Large cast iron skillet: to sear the steak bites
  • Tongs: For turning the steak in the skillet and removal when done.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • ½ tablespoon thyme
  • ½ to ¾ teaspoon each salt and pepper or add to taste
  • 1 lb. Beef sirloin steak fat trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 5 cloves garlic minced fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine one tablespoon of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the steak and toss to coat. Leave to marinade for at least an hour or leave overnight.
  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining one tablespoon of olive oil. Place the steak in the pan in an even layer ( You can cook in batches to prevent the steak from steaming)
  • Allow the steak to sear for about 1 minute without disturbing it. Stir and repeat until the steak is nice and caramelized on all sides.
  • Add the butter and crushed garlic, toss to coat, and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use unsalted butter to be able to control the amount of salt that goes into your steak bites
  • Make sure your pan is well-heated before starting to place your steak
  • Cook in batches if you are making it in large quantities to prevent the steaks from steaming.

Nutrition

Calories: 237kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.9g | Protein: 25.9g | Fat: 13.2g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4.3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 89.5mg | Sodium: 485.7mg | Potassium: 449.1mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 320.4IU | Vitamin C: 4.9mg | Calcium: 42.9mg | Iron: 2.1mg

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