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I came up with these garlic butter steak bites one night when I was craving steak but didn't want to fire up the grill. Now my family begs for them weekly! There's something magical about those juicy steak pieces and crispy potatoes all soaked in garlicky butter. My teenage son even learned to make them himself - though the kitchen looks like a tornado hit it when he's done!
Why We Can't Get Enough
You know what's great about this? It's all made in one pan so cleanup's super easy. Plus it's ready in about 20 minutes perfect for those nights when everyone's starving and hovering around the kitchen. My neighbor caught a whiff through her window last week and texted asking what smells so good! Even my picky eater cleans his plate when I make this.
Grab These From Your Kitchen
- Olive Oil and Butter: I use both makes everything nice and crispy
- Potatoes: Those yellow ones work best they get so creamy inside
- Garlic: Fresh cloves minced up no jar stuff here
- Some Herbs: Dried thyme and oregano from your spice rack
- Good Steak: I grab sirloin when it's on sale cut it up myself
- Salt and Pepper: Don't be shy with these!
- Fresh Parsley: Makes everything look fancy
Let's Get Cooking
- First Things First
- Get your biggest pan super hot. I use my cast iron it gives everything such a nice crust. Throw in some oil and butter let it get all bubbly.
- Potato Time
- Toss those potato chunks in with garlic and herbs. The trick is not to stir too much let them get golden on each side. Once they're tender scoop them out.
- Steak Magic
- Crank up the heat add more butter and throw in your steak pieces. Don't touch them for two minutes trust me! Then give them a quick stir to brown the other sides.
- Bring It All Together
- Put those potatoes back in toss everything around in all that garlicky butter. Sprinkle with parsley if you're feeling fancy!
Some Tricks I've Learned
Cut everything about the same size helps it cook evenly. Don't crowd the pan or nothing gets crispy. And here's my secret - let that steak sit out for 15 minutes before cooking makes it so much more tender. Oh and keep a lid handy those potatoes can splatter like crazy!
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Mix It Up
Sometimes I throw in mushrooms at the end so good! Sweet potatoes work great too gives it a nice twist. My friend adds a splash of wine to the pan when she makes it fancy right? And when I'm feeling extra I'll crumble some blue cheese on top makes my husband so happy.
Saving Some For Later
These actually reheat pretty well just don't nuke them or the steak gets tough. I warm leftovers in a pan with a pat of butter gets everything crispy again. Though honestly leftovers are rare in my house my kids usually fight over the last bits!
What To Serve With It
Usually I just throw together a quick salad on the side. Some crusty bread's great for soaking up all that buttery goodness. My kids love when I make extra sauce just for dipping. If we're being really good I'll steam some broccoli but the bread's way more popular!
Perfect For Any Night
This has saved dinner at my house so many times! It looks fancy enough for company but it's easy enough for crazy weeknights. Last time my in-laws visited they couldn't believe I made it so quick. The best part? One pan to wash and dinner's done!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why use ghee instead of butter?
Ghee has a higher smoke point than butter, making it better for high-heat searing. Regular butter works too but might brown faster.
- → Why wait to stir the meat?
Letting the meat sit creates a better sear and crust. Moving it too early prevents proper browning and can make it tough.
- → Can I use different potatoes?
Yes, any small potato variety works well. Just keep the pieces small and uniform for quick, even cooking.
- → Why remove potatoes before cooking steak?
This ensures both get properly cooked - potatoes get crispy and steak gets a good sear. Cooking together might steam rather than brown them.
- → What's the best pan to use?
Cast iron is ideal as it retains heat well and creates great browning. Any heavy-bottomed skillet will work though.
Conclusion
Cook potato cubes in garlic herb butter until golden, set aside. Sear steak pieces in same pan, combine with potatoes and enjoy this quick one-pan meal.