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I whipped up these buttery garlic steak chunks one evening when I wanted steak but felt too lazy to use the grill. Now the kids beg me to make them every week! There's something special about those tender beef bits and golden potatoes all drenched in garlicky butter sauce. My son even figured out how to cook them himself - though he leaves the kitchen looking like a disaster zone afterward!
What Makes Us Love These
The best thing? Everything cooks in just one skillet so there's barely any cleanup. And you'll have dinner ready in roughly 20 minutes which is perfect when everyone's hungry and wandering around the kitchen. My next-door neighbor smelled it through her window recently and sent me a message asking what was cooking! Even the pickiest kid at my table finishes everything when this is served.
Kitchen Stuff You'll Need
- Butter and Olive Oil: The combo gives everything that amazing crispiness
- Yellow Potatoes: They turn out super soft inside and crispy outside
- Fresh Garlic: Chop it yourself don't use the pre-minced stuff
- Dried Herbs: Grab oregano and thyme from your cabinet
- Quality Beef: I watch for sirloin sales and cube it at home
- Pepper and Salt: Be generous with these two!
- Parsley: Adds a fresh touch and makes it look pretty
Cooking Steps
- Get Started
- Heat your largest skillet until it's really hot. My cast iron works wonders for that perfect crust. Add butter with oil and wait for it to foam up.
- Cook Potatoes
- Add your diced potatoes with herbs and garlic. The secret is letting them sit without stirring too often so they brown nicely. Remove them once they're soft.
- Cook The Beef
- Turn up the heat, drop in more butter and add your beef cubes. Let them sit untouched for two minutes I promise it's worth it! Then flip them quickly to brown all sides.
- Finish It Off
- Return potatoes to the pan and mix everything in that amazing garlic butter. Top with fresh parsley if you want it to look extra nice!
Tips I've Discovered
Try cutting everything roughly the same size for even cooking. Don't pack too much in your pan or nothing gets that nice crust. My little secret - take the steak out of the fridge 15 minutes before cooking makes it way more juicy. And keep a cover nearby because those potatoes can splash oil everywhere!
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Fun Variations
I love adding sliced mushrooms at the end they taste amazing! Try sweet potatoes instead for something different. My friend pours a bit of red wine in the pan when she makes hers pretty fancy! And when I want to impress, I sprinkle some crumbled blue cheese on top my husband goes crazy for it.
Storing Extras
They warm up surprisingly well just don't use the microwave or your steak will get rubbery. I heat leftovers in a skillet with a small chunk of butter to make everything crispy again. But honestly we rarely have any left my kids usually argue over who gets the last bits!
Side Dish Ideas
I normally toss a simple salad to go with this. A chunk of crusty bread works great for soaking up all that buttery sauce. The kids always want extra sauce just for dipping. When we're trying to eat healthy I'll steam some broccoli but everyone always prefers the bread!
Works For Every Occasion
This meal has gotten me out of trouble so many times! It looks impressive enough for guests but it's simple enough for busy weeknights. When my in-laws came over last time they couldn't believe how fast I put it together. And the cleanup? Just one pan and you're done!
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → What’s good about ghee?
Ghee can handle higher temperatures than butter, making it great for searing steak. Butter works too but can burn more easily.
- → Why not stir the steak right away?
Giving the meat a moment helps it sear better, creating a nice crust. Stirring too soon keeps that from happening and makes it chewy.
- → Can I swap out the potatoes?
Sure! Small potatoes of any type work well if cut into small, even pieces for fast cooking.
- → Why cook the potatoes separately?
It lets the potatoes turn golden and crispy while giving the steak the right sear. Doing both together can steam them instead.
- → What pan works best?
A cast iron pan is fantastic because it holds heat well and browns food beautifully. A good heavy skillet will also do the job.
Conclusion
Sear seasoned steak pieces in a skillet, then cook potato chunks till crispy in garlic butter. Toss them together at the end for an easy dinner.