Garlic Butter Steak Bites (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 500 g sirloin or ribeye steak, trimmed and cut into 2 cm cubes
02 - 4 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
03 - 40 g unsalted butter
04 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Pat steak dry with paper towels and cut into uniform 2 cm cubes. Season generously with salt and pepper and set aside for several minutes to allow the seasoning to permeate.
02 - Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high until hot. Add 15 g butter and let it melt and foam slightly, taking care not to brown.
03 - Arrange steak cubes in a single layer in the skillet. Sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Turn pieces over and cook a further 2 minutes for medium-rare, or to your preferred doneness. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and garlic. Continuously stir and toss for 1-2 minutes, allowing the garlic to become fragrant and to infuse the butter, ensuring it does not brown or burn.
05 - Transfer steak bites to a warmed serving platter. Spoon the garlic butter from the skillet over the steak, then sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately for optimum flavor and texture.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Allowing the seasoned steak to rest before cooking enhances juiciness and flavor development.
02 - Sear steak in batches to maintain a high pan temperature and achieve an even, caramelized crust.
03 - Garlic should be added toward the end of cooking to prevent burning and bitterness.