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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Lemon Asparagus

The Ultimate Guide to Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Lemon Asparagus

  • Author: David Andersson
  • Total Time: 30minutes
  • Yield: 4servings 1x

Description

This dish is a modern culinary classic that focuses on high-quality protein and fresh produce. The Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Lemon Asparagus consist of bite-sized pieces of premium beef, typically sirloin or ribeye, which are seared at high temperatures to lock in moisture and create a caramelized exterior. These steak bites are then tossed in a luxurious sauce made from unsalted butter and freshly minced garlic, often accented with aromatic herbs like thyme or rosemary.

Ingredients

Scale

Steak Bites

  • 1½ lb (680 g) sirloin or ribeye, cut into 1½-inch cubes

  • Salt & freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)

Lemon Asparagus

  • 1 lb (450 g) asparagus, trimmed

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • Salt & pepper

Instructions

  • Prep Steak:
    Pat steak dry and season generously with salt and pepper.

  • Sear Steak Bites:
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
    Add steak in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
    Sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

  • Garlic Butter:
    Lower heat to medium. Add butter, garlic, and herbs.
    Sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • Return Steak:
    Toss steak bites in the garlic butter. Cook 1 minute more.
    Remove from skillet and keep warm.

  • Cook Asparagus:
    In the same pan, add olive oil and asparagus.
    Cook 3–5 minutes, tossing until tender-crisp.

  • Finish Asparagus:
    Add lemon zest and juice. Season to taste.

  • Serve:
    Plate steak bites alongside asparagus. Spoon extra garlic butter over the steak.

Notes

For best results, serve these garlic butter steak bites immediately while they’re hot and juicy, with a squeeze of fresh lemon for brightness. This dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful butter sauce, making it perfect for a quick yet impressive meal.

  • Prep Time: 15minutes
  • Cook Time: 15minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1plate
  • Calories: 460kcal

Keywords: Buttery steak bites and asparagus, garlic beef tips with lemon greens, pan seared steak bites, lemon garlic butter steak and veg

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