Imagine tender, perfectly seared steak bites bursting with garlic flavor, draped in luxurious bearnaise sauce that melts in your mouth with every single bite. This isn't just another steak recipe - this is a culinary adventure that transforms an ordinary meal into an extraordinary dining experience. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home, these Garlic Steak Bites Bearnaise will elevate your cooking game and leave everyone craving more!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup bearnaise sauce
Instructions
- Remove the sirloin steak from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature, which ensures more even cooking.
- Pat the steak pieces dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a perfect sear.
- Season the steak bite-sized pieces generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until it starts to shimmer.
- Add minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté quickly for about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
- Carefully add the seasoned steak bites to the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded to allow proper browning.
- Cook the steak bites for 2-3 minutes per side, turning occasionally to achieve a golden-brown crust and desired doneness (medium-rare recommended).
- Remove steak bites from the pan and let them rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Warm the bearnaise sauce gently in a separate saucepan or microwave, being careful not to overheat.
- Plate the garlic steak bites and drizzle generously with warm bearnaise sauce.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or chives if desired, and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always let your steak sit at room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and perfect searing.
- Moisture Matters: Pat your steak pieces completely dry before seasoning to achieve that gorgeous golden-brown crust.
- Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Give each steak bite enough space to sear properly - overcrowding leads to steaming instead of browning.
- Use a Cast-Iron Skillet: For the best heat retention and most beautiful crust, a cast-iron skillet is your secret weapon.
- Watch Your Garlic: Sauté garlic quickly to release flavor without burning, which can make it bitter.
- Resting is Crucial: Let your steak bites rest after cooking to redistribute juices, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Warm Bearnaise Gently: Heat the sauce carefully to maintain its silky texture and prevent separation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 415kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 135mg
