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garlic butter steak bites with zucchini in cast iron skillet

Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Zucchini

Juicy steak bites seared in olive oil, tossed with tender zucchini in a golden garlic butter sauce. A low carb, keto friendly dinner ready in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip) cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium zucchini cut into half-moon slices
  • 3 tbsp butter unsalted recommended
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • fresh parsley optional, chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet (cast iron recommended)
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

  1. Pat steak bites dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add steak bites in a single layer. Sear 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let it burn.
  5. Add zucchini half-moons. Cook 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp.
  6. Return steak bites to the skillet. Toss to coat everything in the garlic butter sauce.
  7. Cook 1 to 2 more minutes until steak is heated through. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Cook steak in batches if the pan is crowded. Substitute zucchini with broccoli, bell peppers, or asparagus. Adjust vegetable cook time accordingly. Add red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
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