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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Smashed Potatoes

garlic butter steak bites with crispy smashed potatoes recipe made easy at home. Juicy, seared steak bites and golden crispy potatoes drenched in a rich garli
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1.5 lbs baby gold potatoes halved (or quartered if large)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp dried
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Seasoning
  • 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Method
 

  1. Place halved baby potatoes in a large microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons water, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave on high for 5-6 minutes until just fork-tender. Drain well and pat very dry.
  2. In a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter until shimmering. Add potatoes cut-side down in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until deeply golden and crisp. Flip and cook 2-3 more minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Pat steak bites dry with paper towels. Toss with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using). In the same skillet over high heat, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add steak in a single layer; sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest piece reads 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption, working in batches. Transfer steak to a plate.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Add remaining 3 tablespoons butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Stir in thyme leaves.
  5. Return steak and potatoes to the skillet, toss gently in the garlic butter to coat and warm through for 1 minute. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.