Cowboy Butter Steak Bites
Juicy, tender, and full of bold flavor, these Cowboy Butter Steak Bites are pan-seared sirloin cubes tossed in a zesty garlic-butter sauce with Dijon, lemon, and fresh herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or game day.
Equipment
- skillet
- knife
- cutting board
- tongs
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 lemon, juiced
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season steak bites with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat skillet over high heat and sear steak cubes until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt butter and add garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1–2 minutes.
- Return steak bites to the skillet, toss to coat in the cowboy butter sauce.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use ribeye or strip steak for a richer result. Adjust red pepper flakes to control heat level. Serve with toothpicks as an appetizer or over sides like mashed potatoes or rice. Reheat gently in a skillet to keep steak tender.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 370mgVitamin A: 380IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg