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Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites

  • Author: Hamza

Description

These Cajun Garlic Butter Steak Bites are juicy, tender cubes of steak seared to perfection and tossed in a rich, flavorful garlic butter sauce with a spicy Cajun kick. This quick and easy skillet meal comes together in under 20 minutes and is perfect for busy weeknights, entertaining, or satisfying a craving for bold Southern-inspired flavor. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete, mouthwatering meal.

Ingredients

Scale
Cajun seasoning blend

  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or less, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
Steak bites

  • 1 1/2 lbs. steak strip steak, sirloin, ribeye, etc.
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic finely minced or grated
  • minced fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Prepare

  • Slice steak into roughly 2″ pieces and set aside in a mixing bowl.
Season

  • In a small bowl, combine seasoning blend ingredients, then add to the mixing bowl with the steak bites and toss to combine well.
Preheat skillet

  • Heat a large heavy bottomed skillet over MED HIGH heat. Do this while the skillet is dry, and heat for several minutes, or until you see wisps of smoke.
Sear (in batches)

  • Add 1 Tbsp of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
  • Add about half the steak (adding less steak if the skillet isn’t very big – making sure not to overcrowd the skillet).
  • Sear for 2 minutes without flipping, then flip over and sear another 2 minutes, until well browned.  Set aside on a plate and repeat with remaining vegetable oil and steak bites.
Make garlic butter

  • Reduce heat to MED LOW and use the same skillet (don’t wash it – you want all that flavor!), and add butter.  Once melted, add garlic and cook about 30 seconds or so, using a wooden spoon to scrape browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Combine and serve

  • Turn off the heat, add steak bites back to the skillet and stir well to combine with the garlic butter.
  • Serve hot, sprinkled with minced fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Best Cuts of Steak: Sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip work best. Sirloin is lean and affordable, ribeye is rich and tender.

  • Spice Level: Cajun seasoning can vary in heat. Adjust the amount or choose a mild blend to suit your taste.

  • Make It Dairy-Free: Use vegan butter or olive oil instead of regular butter.

  • Low-Carb/Keto Option: Serve with cauliflower mash or zucchini noodles for a low-carb alternative.

  • Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of broth or water.

  • Add Veggies: Toss in bell peppers, mushrooms, or onions for extra texture and flavor.

  • Serving Ideas: Great with mashed potatoes, rice, over a salad, or in tacos or wraps.

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