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Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Mash
Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Mash is a bold, savory spin on steakhouse comfort, bringing together juicy, seared steak bites bathed in garlicky butter and served over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of richness and simplicity—crispy-edged steak, velvety mash, and that unmistakable aroma of sizzling garlic and herbs. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a way to impress guests without the fuss, this dish hits all the right notes.
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites:
- 1½ lbs sirloin or ribeye steak cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 lbs russet or Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Potatoes:
- Add chopped potatoes to a large pot of salted water.
- Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Drain and return potatoes to the pot.
- Mash with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Cook the Steak Bites:
- Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear steak bites in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for about 2–3 minutes per side until browned and caramelized.
- Remove steak from skillet and reduce heat to medium.
- Add butter and minced garlic to the pan. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Return steak bites to the skillet. Toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
Assemble the Plate:
- Spoon mashed potatoes onto a plate.
- Pile steak bites over the top.
- Drizzle with extra garlic butter from the pan.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley for color and a burst of freshness.