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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites: 15-Minute Gluten-Free Recipe

  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick, 15-minute gluten-free dinner featuring tender steak cubes seared in garlic butter. This forgiving recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers steakhouse flavor with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs flank steak or sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp coarse sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Cut into uniform 1-inch cubes.
  2. Toss the steak cubes in a bowl with the coarse sea salt and black pepper. Let them sit while you heat the pan.
  3. Heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron or heavy stainless steel) over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and wait until it foams and subsides.
  4. Add half the steak bites in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Sear for 2 minutes until a crust forms, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Remove the cooked bites to a plate. Repeat with the remaining steak and another tablespoon of butter.
  6. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the same pan. Once melted, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using).
  7. Stir constantly for 30-60 seconds until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  8. Return all the steak bites to the pan and toss gently to coat in the garlic butter. Cook for 30 seconds to heat through.
  9. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches to ensure a proper sear rather than steaming. Cut the steak against the grain for maximum tenderness. Do not microwave leftovers as they will become rubbery; reheat gently in a skillet. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but ensure no soy sauce is added if making variations.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approx. 1/4 of the r
  • Calories: 320
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 22
  • Saturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 2
  • Protein: 28

Keywords: steak bites, garlic butter steak, gluten-free dinner, quick recipes, weeknight dinner, keto-friendly, easy steak recipe

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