Description
Tender steak bites seared in a skillet and tossed in a vibrant garlic lemon butter sauce with a touch of heat. Quick to make, full of flavor, and perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rib eye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the steak dry with paper towels and cut into bite-sized cubes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and olive oil.
- Once butter melts, add steak cubes and cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally to brown all sides.
- Add sliced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring to prevent burning.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, crushed red pepper, and kosher salt. Toss to coat the steak evenly.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use sirloin or filet mignon for leaner alternatives.
- Double the recipe by cooking in batches to maintain a good sear.
- Fresh lemon juice offers the best flavor, but bottled works in a pinch.
- Adjust crushed red pepper for preferred spice level.
- A stainless-steel or nonstick skillet both work well for searing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
