Description

This Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta recipe features tender sirloin steak cubes seared in a garlic butter sauce, served atop a rich and creamy Parmesan fettuccine. Perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal, this dish combines the savory flavors of garlic, butter, and parmesan cheese with a hint of smoked paprika for subtle depth.

Ingredients

Steak Bites

1 lb (450 g) sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Parmesan Pasta

8 oz (225 g) fettuccine or spaghetti
1 tbsp unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Prepare the Steak Bites: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the Steak: Season the steak bites with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Sear the steak cubes in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, stir in the unsalted butter and minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant. Return the steak bites to the skillet, toss them in the garlic butter sauce, then remove the skillet from heat.
Make the Parmesan Sauce: In a clean skillet or the same pan wiped clean, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste.
Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the Parmesan sauce, stirring well to combine. If the sauce is too thick, gradually stir in the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
Serve: Plate the creamy Parmesan pasta and top with the garlic butter steak bites. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately for best flavor.

Notes

Use sirloin steak for tender and flavorful steak bites.
Reserve pasta water to help thin the sauce without losing flavor.
Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika based on your taste preference.
Do not overcook the steak to keep it juicy and tender.
Fresh parsley adds a nice color contrast and fresh flavor when garnishing.
For a lighter dish, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half but sauce will be less rich.