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cowboy butter recipe
Mirha Pretty

Cowboy Butter Steak Bites Recipe

These cowboy butter steak bites are juicy, tender, and bursting with bold garlic-herb flavor. Bite-sized steak pieces sear until beautifully caramelized, then get tossed in rich cowboy butter. It’s a quick skillet meal that tastes like a steakhouse favorite at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sirloin steak cut into bite-size cubes
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season steak cubes with salt and black pepper.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet.
  4. Sear steak bites for 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
  5. Remove steak from the skillet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet melt the remaining butter.
  7. Add garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
  8. Stir and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  9. Return steak bites to the skillet and toss in the cowboy butter sauce.
  10. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ribeye or sirloin for the most tender steak bites.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure a good sear.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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