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Perfect Pan-Seared Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Fresh Parsley and Chive Herb Sauce

Close-up of seared Garlic Butter Steak Bites topped with green herb sauce, served on a white plate.
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Make tender, flavorful steak bites seared in garlic butter and serve them with a bright, fresh herb dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Herb Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Herb Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the parsley, chives, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Set the sauce aside.
  2. Season the Steak: Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  3. Sear the Steak: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron works well) over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add half of the steak cubes in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the first batch and set aside. Repeat with the remaining steak cubes.
  4. Make the Garlic Butter: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the 4 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  5. Finish the Bites: Return all the seared steak bites to the skillet. Toss them quickly in the garlic butter for about 1 minute to coat and finish cooking to your desired doneness (medium-rare is recommended for tenderness).
  6. Serve immediately with the prepared herb sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Use a good quality steak like sirloin or tenderloin for the best texture.
  • Do not move the steak pieces while searing; this helps develop a proper crust.
  • For a richer sauce flavor, substitute 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in the sauce with melted butter.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, chill it for 15 minutes before serving.

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