Spicy Garlic Butter Steak Bites (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Cajun seasoning blend
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1 Tbsp smoked paprika
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1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
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1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (or less, to taste)
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1/2 tsp packed light brown sugar
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1/4 tsp dried thyme
→ Steak bites
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1 1/2 lbs. steak (strip steak, sirloin, ribeye, etc.)
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2 Tbsp vegetable oil, divided
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3 Tbsp unsalted butter
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5 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
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Minced fresh parsley for garnish
# Let's Cook!:
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Slice steak into roughly 2" pieces and set aside in a mixing bowl
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In a small bowl, combine seasoning blend ingredients, then add to the mixing bowl with the steak bites and toss to combine well
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Heat a large heavy bottomed skillet over MED HIGH heat. Do this while the skillet is dry, and heat for several minutes, or until you see wisps of smoke
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Add 1 Tbsp of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add about half the steak (making sure not to overcrowd the skillet). Sear for 2 minutes without flipping, then flip over and sear another 2 minutes, until well browned. Set aside on a plate and repeat with remaining vegetable oil and steak bites
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Reduce heat to MED LOW and use the same skillet (don't wash it - you want all that flavor!), and add butter. Once melted, add garlic and cook about 30 seconds or so, using a wooden spoon to scrape browned bits from the bottom of the pan
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Turn off the heat, add steak bites back to the skillet and stir well to combine with the garlic butter. Serve hot, sprinkled with minced fresh parsley
# Cook's Notes:
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For smaller bites, cut steak into 1-inch pieces and cook slightly less time
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Cajun seasoning blend can be adjusted to your taste preferences
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Use a cast iron skillet for best searing results