Description
Tender steak bites seasoned with garlic, butter, and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. This recipe takes just 20 minutes to prepare and cook, delivering a rich and savory dish that can be adapted for Paleo, Whole30, and dairy-free diets.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 pounds steak, cut into small bite size pieces
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Green onion, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Steak: In a large bowl, season the steak bites evenly with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir thoroughly to ensure all pieces are well coated.
- Brown the Steak: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the avocado oil. Once hot, add the steak in a single layer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the steak is browned on all sides. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Remove the browned steak from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: Remove any excess liquid from the skillet. Add the butter or ghee and allow it to melt. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly to release its aroma without burning.
- Finish Cooking the Steak: Return the browned steak bites to the skillet with the garlic butter. Cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, stirring to coat the steak evenly in the butter sauce. Remove from heat.
- Add Fresh Herbs and Serve: Stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh flavor boost. Garnish the steak bites with sliced green onions and serve immediately to enjoy them hot and flavorful.
Notes
- Use ghee instead of butter to make the recipe dairy-free and Whole30 compliant.
- If not using red pepper flakes, you can omit them or substitute with paprika for mild heat.
- Cut the steak into uniform bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure proper browning and searing of the steak.
- Use a high-smoke point oil like avocado oil to prevent burning during searing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
