Description
Cowboy Butter Steak Bites are a delightful combination of tender steak pieces coated in a rich, buttery sauce infused with garlic, lemon, and parsley. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy dinner at home, these savory bites will impress your friends and satisfy your cravings. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, you’ll want to whip up this dish for every occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef tenderloin or sirloin steak
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil and sear the steak bites until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove steak from the skillet and let it rest.
- In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in lemon juice and parsley; add cayenne pepper if desired.
- Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss to coat in the butter sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute steak with chicken or shrimp for variety. Experiment with herbs like rosemary or thyme for a unique flavor twist.