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Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Quick and flavorful steak bites seared in garlic butter, served with zucchini for a hearty, yet healthy dish that takes just 15 minutes to prepare.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip), cut into 1-inch cubes Choose your preferred cut of steak.
  • 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons Feel free to substitute with other vegetables.
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Freshly minced garlic enhances the flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the steak.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt To season the steak.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper To season the steak.
  • optional Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Adds freshness to the dish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the steak bites dry with paper towels to achieve the perfect sear.
  2. Generously sprinkle the steak pieces with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Cooking
  1. Lay the steak bites in a single layer in the hot skillet and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the butter and allow it to melt. Toss in the minced garlic and cook for approximately 30 seconds until aromatic.
  3. Add the zucchini to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender-crisp.
  4. Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss everything together to coat each piece in garlic butter.
  5. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the steak is warmed through.
  6. If desired, sprinkle chopped parsley on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

You can serve these steak bites on their own or over rice, noodles, or in tortillas. For best flavor, use freshly minced garlic and enjoy leftover steak bites within 3 days stored in an airtight container.

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