Description
This comforting and satisfying dish combines tender, juicy steak bites coated in rich garlic butter with creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick weeknight meal, it’s a recipe that will leave everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
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For the Steak Bites:
- 1 lb (450g) sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or parsley (optional, for garnish)
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup heavy cream (or milk)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the diced potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and mash the potatoes with butter, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese (if using). Season with salt and pepper. Cover to keep warm.
- Cook the Steak Bites:
- Pat the steak pieces dry with a paper towel and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak bites in a single layer, cooking for about 2 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Lower the heat, add butter to the same skillet, and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired.
- Assemble:
- Serve the garlic butter steak bites over the creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
- For a lighter version of the mashed potatoes, you can substitute heavy cream with milk or half-and-half.
- Ensure the steak is at room temperature before cooking for even searing.
- Adjust the amount of garlic in both recipes according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg