Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe
These Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites are tender, flavorful, and perfect for a quick and delicious meal. With a blend of Cajun spices and a garlic butter finish, these steak bites are a savory delight.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Seasoning Blend:
- 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp dried thyme
Steak Bites:
- 1 1/2 lbs. steak (strip steak, sirloin, ribeye, etc.)
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic (finely minced or grated)
- Minced fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Prepare: Slice steak into roughly 2″ pieces and set aside in a mixing bowl.
- Season: Combine seasoning blend ingredients in a small bowl, then add to the mixing bowl with the steak bites and toss to combine well.
- Preheat skillet: Heat a large heavy-bottomed skillet over MED HIGH heat until you see wisps of smoke.
- Sear (in batches): Add 1 Tbsp of vegetable oil to the skillet and sear the steak in batches for about 2 minutes per side until well browned.
- Make garlic butter: In the same skillet, reduce heat to MED LOW, add butter, melt it, then add garlic and cook briefly.
- Combine and serve: Turn off the heat, add the steak back to the skillet, mix well with the garlic butter, and serve hot, garnished with minced parsley.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the skillet when searing the steak bites.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Cajun, Steak Bites, Garlic Butter, Easy, Quick, Dinner