This dish combines crispy, golden garlic butter potatoes with tender, pan-seared steak bites, creating a mouthwatering, hearty meal. The rich, garlicky flavor of the potatoes complements the juicy, flavorful steak perfectly, making it an ideal dinner option that’s both comforting and full of flavor.
Ingredients:
For the Garlic Butter Potatoes:
- 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh, if available)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
For the Pan-Seared Steak Bites:
- 1 lb sirloin steak (or your preferred cut), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Garlic Butter Potatoes:
- Cook the Potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the halved or quartered baby potatoes. Boil for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Potatoes: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the cooked potatoes and season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, turning the potatoes occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Add Garlic Butter: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and cook until the potatoes are well coated and crispy. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
2. Pan-Seared Steak Bites:
- Season the Steak: Season the cubed steak with salt, pepper, and fresh rosemary or thyme.
- Cook the Steak Bites: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once hot, add the steak bites to the skillet in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd them. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Add Garlic: In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic and toss the steak bites to coat them in the flavorful garlic butter. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the garlic to become fragrant and the steak bites to finish cooking.
3. Serve:
- Plate the garlic butter potatoes and top with the pan-seared steak bites. You can drizzle any remaining garlic butter from the pan over the steak bites for extra flavor.
Tips:
- Steak Cut: While sirloin is a great option for steak bites, you can also use ribeye or tenderloin for a more tender bite. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the pieces.
- Add Vegetables: For a more complete meal, you can add sautéed vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms to the skillet with the steak bites.
- Make it Spicy: If you enjoy a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce for an extra kick.