Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Parmesan Cream Sauce
**Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Parmesan Cream Sauce** is a must-try dish that brings together juicy, perfectly seared steak bites and a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce that will have your taste buds singing. This quick and easy meal is ideal for busy weeknights, yet sophisticated enough to serve at a dinner party. Pair it with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up all the savory goodness, and you’ve got a meal that is bound to impress!
Yield: 4
Materials
- - **1 lb 450g sirloin steak**, cut into bite-sized pieces: Sirloin is tender and flavorful, perfect for steak bites.
- - **Salt and pepper** to taste: Basic seasonings to enhance the natural flavor of the steak.
- - **2 tbsp 28g butter**: Butter adds richness and flavor while helping to sear the steak.
- - **5 cloves garlic minced**: Garlic adds a fragrant, slightly spicy base to the sauce.
- - **1/2 cup 120ml beef broth**: This deglazes the pan and provides depth to the sauce.
- - **1/2 cup 120ml heavy cream**: The cream brings a rich, velvety texture to the sauce.
- - **1/2 cup 50g grated Parmesan cheese**: Parmesan adds a nutty, salty flavor that complements the steak beautifully.
- - **Fresh parsley for garnish**: A fresh touch to balance the richness of the dish.
Instructions
Step 1: Season the Steak
- Start by cutting your sirloin into bite-sized pieces and seasoning generously with salt and pepper. This simple seasoning allows the natural flavor of the steak to shine through while complementing the richness of the sauce later.
Step 2: Sear the Steak Bites
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Once the butter is hot and bubbly, add the seasoned steak bites. Cook them for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the steak is browned on all sides but still juicy. You want to create a beautiful sear on the steak to lock in flavor and juices. Remove the steak from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
Step 3: Sauté the Garlic
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Garlic burns easily, so keep an eye on it and sauté just until it’s fragrant.
Step 4: Make the Sauce
- Now, deglaze the pan by pouring in the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits stuck to the bottom of the skillet. These browned bits are packed with flavor! Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, whisking to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken.
Step 5: Return Steak to the Sauce
- Add the steak bites back into the skillet, tossing them in the creamy Parmesan sauce. Let the steak warm up and soak in the flavors of the sauce for another 1-2 minutes. The sauce will coat each piece of steak perfectly.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh parsley. This adds a bright, fresh touch to the richness of the sauce.
Notes
Optional Ingredients:
- **Red pepper flakes**: If you like a little heat, sprinkle some in the sauce.
- **Chicken broth**: A lighter alternative to beef broth if you prefer a more delicate flavor.
- **Red pepper flakes**: If you like a little heat, sprinkle some in the sauce.
- **Chicken broth**: A lighter alternative to beef broth if you prefer a more delicate flavor.