Sautéed Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Asparagus
Tender beef cubes seared in rich garlic butter and served atop crisp-tender asparagus spears. This beef-inspired beef (low-carb, keto-friendly) ready in about 27 minutes pairs grass-fed beef sirloin, avocado oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 grass-fed beef sirloin
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 10 oz, trimmed asparagus spears
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat beef dry with paper towels and cut into 1-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add beef in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 2 minutes until golden brown on one side.
- Step 3: Flip beef and cook for another 2 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer beef to a plate.
- Step 4: Add butter, garlic, and rosemary to the same skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant and garlic is golden but not browned.
- Step 5: Add asparagus to skillet, tossing to coat in butter mixture. Cook for 4-5 minutes until asparagus is crisp-tender with slight char on edges.
- Step 6: Return beef to skillet, toss to coat, and cook for 1 more minute until heated through.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Asparagus take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Sautéed Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Asparagus?
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 grass-fed beef sirloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Asparagus?
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 Sautéed Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Asparagus 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 Sautéed Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Asparagus low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, keto-friendly based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 12-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
