Quick-seared steak bites tossed in a bold cowboy butter sauce made with garlic, lemon, Dijon, and herbs. A fast, flavorful dish that works as an appetizer or main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tbsp chopped chives
Instructions
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Pat steak dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat oil in a skillet over high heat.
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Sear steak in batches, 1½–2 minutes per side. Set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in skillet.
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Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
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Stir in mustard, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer briefly.
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Return steak to pan, toss to coat.
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Add herbs, toss again, and serve hot.