Description
Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender steak bites seared in a rich garlic butter sauce, served alongside creamy mashed potatoes and crisp-tender green beans. This comforting meal combines bold flavors and satisfying textures, perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
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Steak Bites & Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lb flank or sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
Mashed Potatoes
- 4 medium potatoes (russet or Yukon gold), peeled and cubed
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup milk (or heavy cream)
- Salt, to taste
Green Beans
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- Salt, for boiling water
Instructions
- Cook the Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside to keep warm.
- Cook the Steak: Season the steak bites with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the steak and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until nicely browned and cooked to your preferred level of doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside, keeping it warm.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in any juices that accumulated from the resting steak for added flavor and stir to combine.
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: While cooking the steak and green beans, place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well. Mash the potatoes with the unsalted butter and milk (or heavy cream). Season with salt to taste and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Dish: Arrange the cooked steak bites on a serving plate. Spoon the garlic butter sauce over the steak. Serve alongside the creamy mashed potatoes and tender green beans. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately to enjoy the rich flavors of buttery garlic steak bites combined with comforting mashed potatoes and crisp green beans.
Notes
- Choose flank or sirloin steak for tender and flavorful bites.
- Slice steak against the grain to maximize tenderness.
- For extra depth of flavor, add a splash of soy sauce to the garlic butter sauce if desired.
- Prepare mashed potatoes and green beans concurrently with the steak to ensure a hot, well-timed meal.
- Store leftovers separately in airtight containers and refrigerate up to 3 days.
- Reheat steak bites in the garlic butter sauce on stovetop or microwave for best flavor and texture.
- Reheat mashed potatoes and green beans separately to preserve texture.
- Pair the dish with a fresh green salad, garlic bread, or a peppery red wine for a complete meal experience.
