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June 25, 2023 · Leave a Comment

Skillet Garlic Lemon Butter Steak Bites

30 Minutes or Less· Beef Recipes· Gluten Free Recipes· Keto Recipes· Skillet Meals

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Cubed rib eye steak cooked in a skillet on top of the stove with garlic, lemon, butter and crushed red pepper. 

cubed steak in a pan

Whether you have leftover grilled steak or are preparing it for the first time, these Garlic Lemon Steak Bites make a quick, delicious and easy weeknight meal. 

I always over cook when entertaining. It's a habit I've never outgrown whether I'm cooking for 2 or 20. The best part about overcooking is having leftovers. 

Since I was never a big fan of eating the same thing twice, I've managed to create new recipes using those leftovers. 

In the past if I'd made too much steak, I'd either eat it on top of salads, make soup or a sandwich or even pot pie. This time I made these steak bites with the leftover rib eye steaks we had recently. 

These Garlic Lemon Butter Steak Bites were delicious and melted in your mouth. The lemon really adds a nice, tart flavor and the crushed red pepper adds a bit of heat.

This recipe serves 2, is gluten free and low carb/keto diet friendly and can be ready in about 15 minutes for a quick weeknight meal. 

a close up of steak cut up in a pan

What kind of steak is best for steak bites?

You'll want to use steak that is tender to begin with or one with a lot of fat marbling so that the meat doesn't get tough when cooking. I prefer rib eye steaks, but sirloin or filet mignon would work as well. 

Suggested Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Chef Knife
  • Lemon Zester
  • Lemon Squeezer
  • 10-inch Skillet (nonstick or stainless steel)
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Serving Bowl

Steak bites in a skillet

Ingredients Needed

To make these Garlic Lemon Steak Bites you'll need the following ingredients: 

Rib Eye Steak

Butter

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Garlic

Lemon

Crushed Red Pepper

Kosher Salt

Parsley (optional for garnish)

How do you make Garlic Lemon Butter Steak Bites?

Pat the steak dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture; then cut them into bite-sized cubes. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat; then add the butter and olive oil. 

When the butter has melted, add the cubed steak. Cook 4-5 minutes; stirring so that all sides are browned. If you prefer your steak on the well done side, you can cook a little longer.

Add the garlic and cook for another minute; then add the lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper and salt. Mix together, transfer to a serving bowl or place the skillet on a hot plate; then serve.

a close up of steak bites in a skillet

Serving Suggestions

You can serve these steak bites over rice, pasta or mashed potatoes. If you're like us, serve with a tossed salad and warm crusty bread to sop up the extra sauce!

Storage

You can store these steak bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To reheat, add the steak bites to a skillet and heat until warmed. Cooking too long will result in cooking the steak further. 

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Garlic Lemon Butter Steak Bites

Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
Cubed rib eye steak cooked in a skillet on top of the stove with garlic, lemon, butter and crushed red pepper. 
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Chef Knife
  • Lemon Zester
  • Lemon Squeezer
  • 10-inch Skillet (nonstick or stainless steel)
  • Wooden Spoon
  • serving bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounce rib eye steak
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
  • 1 lemon (zest and juice)
  • ⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon parsley (optional for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Pat the steak dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture; then cut them into bite-sized cubes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat; then add the butter and olive oil. When the butter has melted, add the cubed steak.
  • Cook 4-5 minutes; stirring so that all sides are browned. (If you prefer your steak on the well done side, you can cook a little longer).
  • Add the garlic and cook for another minute; then add the lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper and salt. Mix together; then serve.

Notes

Please read the entire post for additional instructions and/or substitutions. 

Nutrition

Calories: 406kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 23gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 443mgPotassium: 339mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 406IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 2mg
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