These incredible steak appetizer bites are anything but ordinary. Every bite has a juicy garlic butter taste and are perfect for the Superbowl or any time of the year!
Ingredients
The ingredient list is very simple. You need just 8 ingredients to make these!
- oil
- steak cut into bite size pieces--we recommend sirloin, strip loin, tenderloin, strip steak or rib eye.
- salt
- pepper
For the sauce:
- unsalted butter
- minced garlic
- red pepper flakes (optional)
To Garnish:
- parsley
Instructions
In a skillet, add the oil. Heat the oil to high heat. Once oil is hot, add the steak pieces and sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over the steak.
Cook the steak on high heat for 2 minutes (do not stir the steak pieces during the first 2 minutes of cooking time). Allow the steak to get a nice sear on it. Stir the steak and cook an additional 2 minutes, or until the meat is a nice golden brown color. (Your total cooking time for the steak bites from start to finish will be about 4-6 minutes).
Pour the cooked steak bites onto a plate. Turn the heat on the skillet down to medium, then add the butter. After the butter has melted, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. (The red pepper flakes are optional and do add some heat to the steak). Cook until the garlic has turned a nice golden brown (about 30 seconds-1 minute of cooking time).
Pour the garlic butter mixture over the steak bites and toss to coat. Sprinkle the steak bites with fresh or dried parsley to garnish.
Substitutions
This recipe is naturally gluten free but if you are needing dairy free steak appetizer bites, then use dairy free butter.
Sides
We served our steak bites over rice. I've also had these over zucchini noodles. You could also use garlic bread, mashed potatoes, twice baked potatoes or noodles! You could also serve them plain on their own as party appetizers.
Other serving suggestions include:
- Creamy sauces: Blue cheese, horseradish, or a classic béchamel help bring out the steaks flavor.
- Pickled delights: Cornichons, pickled onions, or even capers add a tangy pop and crunchy texture.
- Grilled vegetables: Peppers, onions, and zucchini skewers add color and sweetness.
- Caramelized shallots: These sweet and savory slivers offer a nice topping.
- Mini crostini: Toasted baguette slices or mini potato pancakes are also a delicious addition!
Storage
While these are best served warm, you can store your steak bites in an airtight container in the fridge for several days. You can also freeze them for several weeks then reheat when ready.
FAQ
Aim for 2-3 bites per person as an appetizer, or up to 6-8 bites if eating as a meal.
Most definitely! Cook your steak, prepare your accompaniments, and assemble the bites just before serving for optimal freshness.
Scale up the recipe! Double or triple the ingredients to create a crowd-pleasing platter of steak appetizer bites.
Steak Appetizer Bites
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 ½ pound steak cut into bite size pieces--we recommend sirloin strip loin, tenderloin, strip steak or rib eye.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- For the sauce:
- 2 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- To Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon parsley fresh chopped or ½-1 tablespoon dried parsley
Instructions
- In a skillet, add the oil. Heat the oil to high heat. Once oil is hot, add the steak pieces and sprinkle salt and pepper evenly over the steak.
- Cook the steak on high heat for 2 minutes (do not stir the steak pieces during the first 2 minutes of cooking time). Allow the steak to get a nice sear on it. Stir the steak and cook an additional 2 minutes, or until the meat is a nice golden brown color. (Your total cooking time for the steak bites from start to finish will be about 4-6 minutes).
- Pour the cooked steak bites onto a plate. Turn the heat on the skillet down to medium, then add the butter. After the butter has melted, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. (The red pepper flakes are optional and do add some heat to the steak). Cook until the garlic has turned a nice golden brown (about 30 seconds-1 minute of cooking time).
- Pour the garlic butter mixture over the steak bites and toss to coat. Sprinkle the steak bites with fresh or dried parsley to garnish.
Notes
Nutrition
Recipe adapted from Jo Cooks
Christina Conte
Great choices for the big game!