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Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites

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Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites are a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender steak with a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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 less, to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 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

  • Cut the steak into roughly 2-inch pieces.
  • Mix spices in a bowl and coat the steak with them.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
  • Sear half of the steak bites for 2 minutes on each side.
  • Remove the steak and repeat with the remaining bites.
  • Lower heat, add butter and garlic to the skillet.
  • Stir in the steak bites with the garlic butter.
  • Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the skillet for better browning.
Adjust the cayenne pepper based on your spice preference.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 5
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 90