Description
Succulent “creamy steak bites” elevate weeknight dinners with restaurant-quality flavor. Juicy beef medallions bathed in rich, velvety sauce promise a luxurious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) sirloin steak, ribeye, or filet mignon (cut into 1-inch cubes)
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth of flavor)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or a mix of oregano, thyme, and basil)
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Cooking and Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup chicken or beef broth (adds depth of flavor)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Thoroughly blot excess moisture from the steak using clean kitchen towels to maximize surface caramelization.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by evenly coating the meat cubes with salt, freshly ground black pepper, aromatic garlic powder, and smoky paprika.
- Establish a high-heat cooking environment by combining olive oil and butter in a spacious cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet.
- Carefully arrange meat pieces in a precise single layer, avoiding overcrowding to achieve optimal golden-brown exterior through strategic searing.
- Allow each side of the steak cubes to develop a rich, caramelized crust by cooking approximately 2-3 minutes per surface, rotating to ensure uniform browning.
- Transfer the perfectly seared meat morsels to a clean holding plate, preserving their succulent interior temperature and preparing for subsequent recipe steps.
Notes
- Always choose a well-marbled cut like ribeye or sirloin for maximum tenderness and flavor.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to distribute heat evenly and prevent burning during searing.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, which can cause steaming instead of creating a crispy golden crust.
- Let steak rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain juices and ensure a more succulent bite.
- For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles to reduce carbohydrate intake.
- Dairy-free alternative: Replace butter with ghee or coconut oil for those with lactose sensitivities.
- Enhance protein content by adding extra garlic, fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for deeper flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 150mg