If you enjoy steak but avoid the fuss of cooking it, these garlic herb steak bites are an easy, foolproof, and flavorful option that delivers on taste every time.
How to make them
Start with a sturdy, well-heated pan: cast iron or stainless steel works best for a strong sear. Heat a tablespoon of neutral oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Season bite-sized pieces of steak with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add them to the hot pan. Let them brown without crowding the pan, turning them to ensure every side develops color. This takes a minute or two per side—patience pays off for better caramelization and flavor.
Once the steak is cooked and nicely browned, remove any excess oil from the pan. Return the steak to the heat and add butter, minced garlic, parsley, and cilantro. Lower the heat to medium-low and toss everything together until the butter melts and the garlic becomes fragrant and begins to color. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.
If fresh herbs or garlic aren’t available, frozen parsley and cilantro work well, and pre-minced garlic is an acceptable substitute—this recipe is forgiving and adaptable.
Steak goes well with…
While these steak bites are delicious on their own, pairing them with vegetable-forward sides rounds out the meal and adds color and texture.
Try one of these favorite sides to serve alongside the garlic herb steak bites:
- balsamic herb green beans
- Moroccan tomato salad
- grilled vegetables
Happy cooking!
Garlic Herb Steak Bites
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- Author: Salima Benkhalti
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 3–4 servings
- Category: Steak, Entree, Dinner
- Method: Seared
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 tbsp salt
- 1/2 tbsp pepper
- 3 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp canola or vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp parsley, minced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, minced
Instructions
- Place steak bites in a bowl or zip-top bag and toss with salt, pepper, and paprika until evenly coated. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Add the steak to the hot pan and cook until browned on each side, turning so each piece sears a few minutes per side. When cooked through and nicely browned, remove any excess oil.
- Return the steak to the pan, add butter, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir until the butter melts and the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and serve.