Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Smashed Potatoes recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight. Tender, seasoned steak bites are cooked to perfection and tossed in savory garlic butter, paired with crispy smashed baby potatoes topped with cheddar cheese and fresh green onions. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines hearty flavors and easy preparation for a deliciously comforting dinner.
Ingredients
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Steak Bites
- 2 strip steaks
- Montreal Steak Seasoning, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
Smashed Potatoes
- 24 oz baby potatoes
- Olive oil, as needed
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Shredded cheddar cheese, for topping
- 3 green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Boil the baby potatoes in a pot of salted water until they are fork-tender, which usually takes about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and set aside.
- Sear and Smash Potatoes: Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Place the boiled potatoes on the hot surface and gently smash them using a spatula to flatten slightly. Add more olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook the potatoes until they are crispy and golden brown on both sides, flipping occasionally, about 8-10 minutes.
- Prepare Steak Bites: Cut the strip steaks into bite-sized cubes. Season generously with Montreal Steak Seasoning on all sides.
- Cook Steak Bites: On the same griddle or skillet, increase the heat to medium-high and cook the steak bites until they reach your desired doneness, about 3-4 minutes per side for medium rare. Remove the steak bites to one side of the griddle.
- Make Garlic Butter: Turn off the griddle heat. Add the butter and minced garlic to the area with the steak bites. Stir the mixture until the butter melts and coats the steak pieces, infusing them with garlic flavor.
- Assemble and Serve: Plate the crispy smashed potatoes and top them with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions. Serve immediately alongside the garlic butter steak bites for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use Yukon gold or baby red potatoes for best results in the smashed potatoes.
- Adjust the seasoning on the steak bites to your preference—add a pinch of cayenne for heat if desired.
- For extra crispy potatoes, cook a bit longer in the pan and ensure the griddle or skillet is hot before adding them.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad to balance the richness of the dish.
- Leftover steak bites and potatoes can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop.
