These delectable Garlic Butter Steak Bites are expertly seared and boast a mouthwatering, buttery finish that simply melts in your mouth. Crafting these beef tips is a breeze, offering a speedy dinner option that’s not only enjoyable for kids but also serves as a delicious appetizer. It’s akin to bringing the steakhouse experience to your home, but in a delightful bite-sized form.
These savory steak bites with garlic butter make for a delightful pairing with dinner sides such as mashed potatoes and roasted cauliflower. Alternatively, enjoy them over rice with oven-roasted asparagus. Whether you savor them straight from the pan with a toothpick as a savory snack or present them as a sophisticated appetizer for special occasions, these buttery garlic steak bites are sure to please the crowd and disappear quickly!
Ingredients to make steak bites
Steak: I use sirloin steak and cut it into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch in size. You can use any cut of steak you like.
Oil + Butter: The oil is used at the beginning to sear the steak, followed by butter to help caramelize the steak and add a rich flavor.
Garlic: Fresh garlic gives the best flavor. Mince the garlic or use a garlic press and cook the garlic until you can smell it.
Salt & pepper to taste
Fresh parsley: Chop parsley coarsely for a finishing touch.
How to make garlic butter steak bites
Add steak bites to a sizzling hot skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed until browned.
Flip them over and sear the other side.
Add the butter and garlic, and continue cooking, stirring frequently.
Once the garlic is lightly golden and fragrant, your steak bites are ready to serve immediately.
Tips for making the best steak bites recipe
Take the steak out of the refrigerator 30 minutes prior to cooking. Allowing the steak to reach room temperature helps minimize the drastic temperature shift from the fridge to a hot skillet, ensuring even cooking of the steak tips.
Avoid overcrowding the steak in the skillet. If your skillet lacks sufficient space, consider cooking the steak in two batches to prevent overlap during the cooking process. Providing ample space around the beef tips guarantees a delightful golden brown sear on the steaks.
Use a stainless steel skillet if you have one. Steak bites cook well in a non-stick skillet or a cast iron skillet, but I love the browning on steak when I use a stainless steel pan. Using high heat and cooking the steak undisturbed will allow it to release from the pan naturally once fully seared. The result is the most juicy, savory beef tips possible!
Choose your cut of beef. Sirloin is my steak of choice because it cooks up tender and is also inexpensive. You could also use ribeye, tenderloin, or New York strip.
Popular substitutions & additions
Add a splash of soy sauce: Sprinkle in soy sauce when adding the garlic to create a saucy umami-packed flavoring to these garlic butter steak tips.
Add mushrooms: About halfway through cooking the steak bites, add some sliced mushrooms. They’ll pick up all the tasty beef bits from the bottom of the pan and soak up all the rich flavors. Plus, steak and mushrooms just go together!
Use roasted garlic: Instead of sauteing fresh garlic at the end, squeeze in some smooth roast garlic and mix it into the butter sauce. Use a whole head of garlic–you won’t regret it!
Add a Parmesan crust: Add freshly grated parmesan to the pan when adding the butter. This cheesy butter will melt and coat the steak bites, adding an irresistibly tangy, nutty flavor.
Spice it up: Sprinkle in some red pepper flakes for a little kick to the savory buttery steak tips.
What to serve with garlic butter steak tips
– Fluffy Oven Baked Potato
– Roasted Carrots
– Parmesan Crusted Brussel Sprouts
– Smashed Sweet Potatoes
– Corn on the Cob
– Chimichurri Sauce
How to store & reheat steak bites
Store cooked steak bites in a covered container in the fridge. Make sure to scrap in all that garlicky butter sauce!
To reheat: Add the tips to a hot pan and pan fry until just warmed through, about 4-5 minutes.
How long will beef steak bites last in the fridge?
Steak bites will last up to 3-4 days in the fridge.
Can I freeze cooked beef tips?
Yes, you can freeze beef tips in a freezer safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
