Escargot-Style Garlic Butter Steak Bites feature tender, seared pieces of steak coated in a rich garlic herb butter with a splash of lemon. This quick and elegant dish delivers bold, savory flavor perfect for entertaining or an indulgent weeknight meal.
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Remove the steak from the refrigerator 20 to 30 minutes before cooking. Pat dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to become hot and shimmering.
Place the steak bites in a single layer in the skillet without overcrowding. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms. Work in batches if necessary.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Let it melt completely.
Stir in the minced garlic and thyme. Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Return all steak bites to the pan if cooked in batches. Toss well to coat evenly in the garlic butter.
Finish with fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, and optional red pepper flakes.
Serve immediately, spooning extra garlic butter from the pan over the steak bites.
Notes
Add a splash of dry white wine after cooking the garlic for deeper flavor and allow it to reduce slightly before returning the steak.
Finely chopped shallots can be added with the garlic for extra sweetness and complexity.
For a creamy sauce, stir in 1 tablespoon of heavy cream at the end of cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat with a small amount of butter to prevent drying out.
