Garlic butter steak bites with broccoli give you browned pieces of steak and a vegetable in one skillet. The broccoli cooks first and comes out of the pan before the beef goes in. That extra step keeps the steak from steaming in vegetable water.
Tips for garlic butter steak bites with broccoli
Buy sirloin rather than stew beef; tougher cuts will not become tender in this short cooking time. Crowding the pan makes the beef release water before it can brown. Add the garlic at the end so it stays sweet instead of bitter. Extra oil is not included in the estimate, so use a well-seasoned or nonstick skillet.
Makes 4 servings. One serving is one of 4 equal portions of all listed ingredients, including the specified sides and sauces. Prep: 15 minutes; cook: 20 minutes; total elapsed time: 35 minutes.
Helpful equipment: a large nonstick skillet is useful for the stovetop work. Check the size and features for your kitchen before buying.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb top sirloin steak raw, visible fat trimmed; 1-inch cubes
- 1 lb broccoli florets bite-size
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp table salt divided
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup water for broccoli
Instructions
- Cut broccoli into small even florets and pat the steak dry. Season beef with half the salt and the pepper.
- Put broccoli, water and remaining salt in a deep 12-inch skillet. Cover over medium heat for 4–5 minutes, until crisp-tender. Uncover, let water evaporate and transfer broccoli to a bowl.
- Heat oil in the dry skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak in two batches, turning after a browned surface forms, about 4–6 minutes per batch. Check a thick piece reaches 145°F, then rest the cooked beef at least 3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Add butter and garlic to the empty skillet and stir for 30–60 seconds without browning the garlic. Add broccoli and lemon juice; toss 1–2 minutes to warm.
- Return rested steak and its juices just long enough to coat. Divide the entire skillet into four equal servings.
Notes
Storage and meal prep
Refrigerate within 2 hours in shallow containers at 40°F or below for 3–4 days. Reheat covered over low heat with a spoonful of water to 165°F; steak will cook further. Freezing is possible but broccoli softens.
More practical ideas
For another option, try Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy. Our meal prep tips can help with planning and storing leftovers.
About the nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates, calculated from all listed ingredients and divided into 4 equal servings. Total carbohydrates include fiber. Different brands, substitutions and extra sides change the result. This development draft has not been kitchen-tested.