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Garlic herb butter steak bites seared in cast iron skillet with fresh parsley

Garlic Herb Butter Steak Bites

Budget-friendly beef stew meat marinated in coconut aminos, Worcestershire sauce, and dried herbs, then seared to perfection in real butter. High-protein and ready in 30 minutes after marinating.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lbs beef stew chunks cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces
  • 0.33 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.33 cup coconut aminos or soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp dried basil
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried minced onion
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 3 tsp dried minced garlic
  • 6 tbsp butter divided for searing in batches

Equipment

  • Large cast-iron skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Cut the beef stew chunks into even 1-inch bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, Worcestershire sauce, basil, parsley, pepper, salt, minced onion, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and rosemary until well combined.
  3. Pour the marinade over the steak bites and toss until every piece is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  4. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes until fully preheated.
  5. Add butter to the skillet and let it melt completely, swirling to coat the pan. When it foams and just begins to turn golden at the edges, it is ready.
  6. Add the marinated steak bites in a single layer without crowding. Sear on all sides for 1 to 2 minutes per side, about 5 to 6 minutes total. Do not move the meat for the first 1 to 2 minutes to build the crust.
  7. If cooking in batches, transfer the first batch to an oven-safe dish and keep warm in a 200 degree F oven. Add more butter and repeat the searing process.
  8. Once all steak bites are seared, bring them together in one serving dish, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Cut stew meat into uniform 1-inch pieces for even cooking. Coconut aminos can be swapped 1 to 1 with soy sauce. Use real butter for the best sear and richness. Cook in batches and never crowd the pan. Short on time? Season the meat right before cooking and skip the marinade step.
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