Description
A quick, high-protein keto-friendly dinner that mimics restaurant-quality garlic butter steak bites in just 15 minutes. This recipe features a perfect sear and a rich, aromatic sauce without the carb crash.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680g) Ribeye or Sirloin Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil or Avocado Oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt (coarse kosher salt)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly cracked)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 4 tablespoons (60g) Unsalted Butter
- 6–8 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Beef Broth
Instructions
- Pat the steak cubes completely dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
- In a bowl, toss the steak cubes with coconut oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add coconut oil and let it shimmer.
- Add steak bites in a single layer, ensuring not to crowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Sear the steak for 1-2 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. The total cooking time should be 4-5 minutes for medium-rare to medium. Remove steak and set aside on a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes.
- Stir constantly for 30-60 seconds until garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in beef broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits (fond) from the bottom.
- Simmer sauce for 30 seconds until slightly thickened.
- Return steak bites to the pan and toss to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
- Let sit for 30 seconds to heat through, then turn off heat and stir in fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming the steak. Ensure steak is completely dry before searing. Watch garlic closely as it burns quickly. For dairy-free, swap butter for ghee or avocado oil. Do not freeze leftovers as the sauce may separate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 of
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 28
Keywords: keto, low carb, garlic butter steak, steak bites, quick dinner, high protein, gluten-free, dairy-free option, cast iron skillet