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    Steak Appetizer Bites

    Published: Jan 23, 2024 by burntapple · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    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!

    A platter overflowing with an assortment of tempting steak appetizer bites, featuring grilled cubes of marinated steak adorned with a garlic butter sauce and sprinkled with parsley
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    • Steak Appetizer Bites

    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

    How many bites per person?

    Aim for 2-3 bites per person as an appetizer, or up to 6-8 bites if eating as a meal.

    Can I make them ahead of time?

    Most definitely! Cook your steak, prepare your accompaniments, and assemble the bites just before serving for optimal freshness.

    Planning a bigger party?

    Scale up the recipe! Double or triple the ingredients to create a crowd-pleasing platter of steak appetizer bites.

    A platter overflowing with an assortment of tempting steak appetizer bites, featuring grilled cubes of marinated steak adorned with a garlic butter sauce and sprinkled with parsley

    Steak Appetizer Bites

    Traci Wennerholm
    Serve up some of the these delicious garlic butter steak appetizer bites at your next party or serve as a meal over rice.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
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    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 220 kcal

    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

    Store steak bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days or in the freezer for up to one month. Reheat. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 17gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 192mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.03gVitamin A: 162IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 2mg
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    Recipe adapted from Jo Cooks

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    1. Christina Conte

      January 14, 2023 at 3:23 pm

      Great choices for the big game!

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