Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Steak Bites
Tender steak cubes seared in olive oil and tossed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce for a quick keto-friendly dinner. This american-inspired keto ready in about 20 minutes pairs ribeye steak, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz ribeye steak
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 12 oz ribeye steak into 1.5-inch cubes and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the steak cubes in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes without stirring to develop a brown crust.
- Step 3: Flip the steak cubes and cook for another 3 minutes until medium rare to medium, then remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter and 4 minced garlic cloves to the same skillet, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Step 5: Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss in the garlic butter sauce for 1 minute to coat evenly.
- Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Steak Bites take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Steak Bites?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ribeye steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Steak Bites?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Steak Bites for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Steak Bites keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect keto meal that's ready in minutes. The steak was juicy and the garlic butter was the star.
- ★★★★★
The garlic butter sauce made these steak bites absolutely irresistible. My family devoured them at dinner.
- ★★★★★
This recipe is a game-changer for keto dinners. The steak bites were cooked to perfection and the garlic butter was divine.
