Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans recipe is a hearty and flavorful American classic. Tender sirloin steak cubes are seared to perfection and coated in a rich garlic butter sauce, paired with creamy Yukon Gold mashed potatoes and tender sautéed green beans. This meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner that feels indulgent yet wholesome.
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites
- 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Green Beans
- 12 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Start by boiling the peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 15–20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes thoroughly.
- Mash the Potatoes: While the potatoes are still warm, mash them with the unsalted butter and milk or heavy cream. Season with salt and black pepper to taste until the mashed potatoes are smooth, creamy, and well-seasoned. Set aside and keep warm.
- Sear the Steak Bites: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the sirloin steak cubes generously with salt and black pepper. Sear the steak bites in batches, cooking each side for 2–3 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the unsalted butter and minced garlic to the same skillet. Stir and sauté the garlic for about 1 minute, or until fragrant and golden but not burnt.
- Coat Steak Bites in Garlic Butter: Return the seared steak bites to the skillet and toss them well in the garlic butter sauce, ensuring they are fully coated. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
- Prepare the Green Beans: Steam or blanch the trimmed green beans in boiling water for 3–4 minutes until just tender but still crisp. Drain well.
- Sauté the Green Beans: In a separate pan, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the drained green beans and sauté for another 2–3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the garlic butter steak bites over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes with the sautéed green beans on the side. Enjoy your flavorful and comforting meal!
Notes
- Sirloin is ideal for tender steak bites, but ribeye or New York strip steak works great as alternatives.
- For an extra saucy flavor, add a splash of beef broth to the skillet when making the garlic butter sauce.
- Use heavy cream instead of milk in the mashed potatoes for a richer and creamier texture.
