Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Garlic Steak Bites and Potatoes, featuring pan-seared steak bites marinated in garlic and herbs, served alongside tender roasted baby potatoes. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend treat.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds sirloin steak, sirloin tip, or tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (such as creamer or fingerling), halved or quartered if large
- 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 6–8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon butter (for finishing the steak)
- Optional: A squeeze of lemon juice (for brightness)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). If using a cast-iron skillet for cooking steak, place it in the oven to preheat.
- 2. In a medium bowl, toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, rosemary, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- 3. Roast potatoes for 25-30 minutes, until tender and crispy.
- 4. While potatoes roast, combine steak cubes with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Marinate for at least 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
- 5. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat (or remove from oven if preheated).
- 6. Add steak bites in a single layer (cook in batches if needed) and sear for 1-2 minutes per side until browned.
- 7. Optional: Reduce heat to medium, add butter, and spoon melted garlic-butter over steak for the last 30 seconds.
- 8. Remove skillet from heat. Serve steak bites alongside roasted potatoes, or toss together briefly in the skillet.
- 9. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of oil or butter, or in the oven at 300°F (150°C) covered loosely with foil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 450-550 per serving (will vary)
- Sugar: Approx. 2-4g
- Sodium: Approx. 400-600mg (will vary)
- Fat: Approx. 25-35g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 25-35g
- Fiber: Approx. 3-5g
- Protein: Approx. 30-40g