Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Mash recipe is a delicious and comforting meal that combines tender, juicy steak cubes seared in garlic butter with creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a quick yet flavorful dinner, this dish features rich flavors from fresh garlic, butter, and parsley, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak Bites:
- 1 ½ lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 lbs Yukon gold or russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk, warmed
- ¼ cup sour cream
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Mash the Potatoes: Add the butter, warm milk, and sour cream to the drained potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy, then season with salt and black pepper to taste. Keep warm while preparing the steak.
- Season the Steak Bites: Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides to enhance flavor and promote good searing.
- Sear the Steak Bites: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add steak cubes in a single layer without overcrowding the pan; work in batches if necessary. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove the steak bites from the pan and set aside.
- Make Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet, and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Toss Steak in Garlic Butter: Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter to coat evenly. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for freshness and color.
- Serve: Plate a generous portion of creamy mashed potatoes, top with the garlic butter steak bites, and spoon any extra garlic butter sauce over the dish. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice to the garlic butter sauce before tossing the steak bites.
- You can substitute heavy cream for whole milk in the mashed potatoes for an even richer and creamier texture.
- To ensure the steak bites sear properly, do not overcrowd the skillet; cook in batches if necessary.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor; garlic powder will not provide the same aromatic depth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
