Savory Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet
A quick and delicious dish featuring seared steak and crispy potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces For best flavor, use marbled cuts like sirloin or ribeye.
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved or quartered Boiling helps achieve a crispy exterior when seared.
- 4 tablespoons butter Divided into portions for cooking.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Add towards the end to avoid burning.
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika Optional, for added warmth.
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil the baby potatoes in a pot of salted water for about 10-15 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add steak pieces, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until browned and tender. Remove steak and set aside.
Cooking
- Add remaining butter to the skillet and toss in boiled potatoes. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden-crusted.
- Lower heat to medium and add minced garlic. Stir for about a minute until fragrant.
- Return steak to the skillet and mix everything. Cook together for another 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
Serving
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For quicker prep, use pre-cooked baby potatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.