Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites are a mouthwatering treat that combines tender steak with a rich, buttery garlic sauce infused with bold Cajun spices. Perfect for any occasion, these flavorful bites are quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests or elevate your weeknight dinners. Each savory morsel delivers an explosion of flavor that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cut the steak into uniform 1-inch cubes and pat dry.
- Toss steak pieces with Cajun seasoning in a bowl until evenly coated; let marinate for at least 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear half the steak bites for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown but not fully cooked.
- Remove steak from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Return the steak bites to the skillet, tossing to coat in garlic butter until cooked to desired doneness (about another minute).
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider adding sliced bell peppers or mushrooms during cooking. - Substitute Cajun seasoning with a milder spice blend if desired. - Ensure not to overcrowd the pan while searing; this helps achieve a nice crust.