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Garlic Steak Bites and Baby Potatoes

Quick and easy skillet dish featuring browned baby potatoes and juicy steak bites in a rich garlic butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak and Potatoes
  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes Ideal for quick searing.
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered Cut into similar sizes for even cooking.
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 5-6 cloves garlic, minced Add at the end to avoid bitterness.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds warmth and color.
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs For seasoning the steak.
  • to taste salt and black pepper Season according to preference.
  • for garnish fresh parsley, chopped Adds freshness.

Method
 

Cooking the Potatoes
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the halved/quartered baby potatoes and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden-brown and fork-tender.
Searing the Steak
  1. Scoop the potatoes out of the skillet and set aside.
  2. Toss the sirloin cubes with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter, and heat until the butter is melted and sizzling.
  4. Add the steak in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches if the pan is crowded.
Finishing Touches
  1. Reduce heat to medium-low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the minced garlic.
  2. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Return the potatoes to the skillet and toss everything to coat in the garlic-butter.
  4. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes to heat through.
  5. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Cut potatoes to similar sizes for even cooking. Stir occasionally to ensure even browning. Sear steak in batches to avoid steaming. Add garlic after lowering the heat to prevent bitterness. Toss at the end to warm through, avoiding extra cooking.