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Cowboy Butter Steak Bites

Savory Cowboy Butter Steak Bites for Easy Home Cooking

These Cowboy Butter Steak Bites are a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or vegetable oil as a substitute
  • 1 pound Steak (Top Sirloin or Ribeye) cut into 1-inch pieces
For the Cowboy Butter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs like thyme or parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or lime juice as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Spices like paprika and pepper to taste
For Serving
  • ¼ cup Additional Cowboy Butter for drizzle or dip

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cowboy Butter Steak Bites
  1. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat and drizzle in olive oil. Heat until shimmering, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add steak pieces in a single layer to the skillet. Sear for 1½ to 2 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add half of the cowboy butter to the skillet. Toss for about 1 minute to coat the steak bites.
  4. For air fryer: Preheat to 400°F. Cook the seasoned steak bites for 4 to 6 minutes, shaking halfway.
  5. Transfer the steak bites to a serving plate and drizzle with remaining cowboy butter or serve on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use tender cuts like Top Sirloin or Ribeye for best results. Enjoy with complementary sides.

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