Description
This Cowboy Butter Steak Bites recipe features tender, juicy steak pieces seared to perfection and coated in a rich, flavorful cowboy butter sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal or appetizer, these steak bites are bursting with bold flavors and a buttery glaze that will have you coming back for more.
Ingredients
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Steak Bites
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound steak, cut into 1-inch pieces (top sirloin or ribeye work well)
Cowboy Butter
- 1 recipe cowboy butter, divided
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Preheat a medium skillet over medium-high heat until hot. This ensures a good sear on the steak bites for optimal flavor and texture.
- Cook the steak bites: Add olive oil to the hot skillet. Once the oil is shimmering, add the steak pieces in a single layer without crowding the pan. Sear for 1 ½ to 2 minutes without moving them to develop a caramelized crust. Flip and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, until they reach your preferred level of doneness.
- Add cowboy butter: Reduce the heat to medium and add half of the cowboy butter directly to the skillet. Toss the steak bites to coat evenly with the butter. Cook for 1 more minute until the butter is melted and the steak is glazed with the rich sauce.
- Serve with remaining butter: Melt the remaining cowboy butter in the microwave and serve it alongside the steak bites for dipping or drizzling, enhancing the buttery, savory flavors with every bite.
Notes
- Work in batches if your skillet is small to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper searing.
- Use cuts like top sirloin or ribeye for the best texture and flavor in steak bites.
- Cook steak to your preferred doneness by adjusting the cooking time slightly.
- Store leftover cowboy butter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Reheat steak bites gently to maintain tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
