Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe
Tender and flavorful Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make dish perfect for a quick dinner or entertaining. These juicy steak bites are coated in a savory blend of Cajun spices and garlic butter for a mouthwatering experience.
- 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
Ingredients
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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
Instructions
- Prepare: Slice steak into roughly 2″ pieces and set aside in a mixing bowl.
- Season: In a small bowl, combine seasoning blend ingredients, then add to the mixing bowl with the steak bites and toss well to combine.
- Preheat skillet: Heat a large skillet over MED HIGH heat until you see wisps of smoke.
- Sear (in batches): Add 1 Tbsp of vegetable oil, then sear the steak for 2 minutes on each side. Repeat with remaining steak.
- Make garlic butter: In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
- Combine and serve: Turn off heat, add steak back to the skillet, and stir well with the garlic butter. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 687mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 113mg
Keywords: Cajun, Steak Bites, Garlic Butter, Easy, Quick, Savory
