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Whole30 Steak Bites with Sweet Potatoes and Peppers

Quick and flavorful one-skillet Whole30 steak bites with tender sweet potatoes and colorful bell peppers, ready in under 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Paleo
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large sweet potato about 12 ounces, diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 lb flat iron steak diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 bell peppers seeded and diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp coconut aminos
  • 2 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • 12-inch cast iron skillet
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Place diced sweet potatoes in microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle with salt, cover with plate and microwave on high 4-6 minutes until just barely tender, stirring once halfway through.
  2. Heat 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil and heat until shimmering. Pat steak dry with paper towels.
  3. Add steak pieces in single layer. Cook, turning every 2 minutes, until browned and center is medium, about 10 minutes total.
  4. Remove steak with slotted spoon and set aside on plate. Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to skillet.
  5. Add pre-cooked sweet potatoes, toss to coat in fat and cook until browned, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes.
  6. Make well in center of pan and add garlic. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  7. Add bell peppers and green onions, toss with potatoes. Sauté until peppers are bite-tender, 3-4 minutes.
  8. Return steak and juices to pan along with coconut aminos. Toss all ingredients and cook 1-2 minutes until liquid evaporates.
  9. Add black pepper and cilantro, toss, and remove from heat. Serve immediately with additional cilantro if desired.

Notes

Pat steak dry before cooking for best sear. Don't overcook sweet potatoes in microwave or they'll become mushy. Store leftovers up to 3 days in refrigerator. Great for meal prep!