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Savory Whiskey Butter Steak Bites with Garlic Herb Potatoes

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A quick and easy recipe featuring tender sirloin steak bites seared and coated in a rich whiskey butter sauce, paired with crispy garlic herb roasted potatoes. Perfect for cozy dinners and impressive enough for guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup whiskey (preferably smooth bourbon)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 1½ pounds baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss halved Yukon Gold potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  2. Roast potatoes for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy outside and tender inside.
  3. While potatoes roast, pat steak cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add steak bites in a single layer without overcrowding. Sear 2-3 minutes per side until a rich brown crust forms. Remove steak bites to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  5. Lower heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir until fragrant (about 30 seconds), careful not to burn garlic.
  6. Carefully pour in whiskey; it may flame briefly. Scrape up browned bits with a wooden spoon and let whiskey reduce slightly for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Return steak bites to skillet and toss to coat in whiskey butter sauce. Add remaining tablespoon of butter and stir until melted and glossy. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.
  8. Plate garlic herb potatoes alongside whiskey butter steak bites. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat steak dry before searing to get a good crust. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper browning. Use quality bourbon whiskey for best flavor. Tent steak bites with foil to rest and redistribute juices. Adjust whiskey sauce by adding broth if it reduces too much or tastes too strong.

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Keywords: steak bites, whiskey butter sauce, garlic herb potatoes, quick dinner, easy steak recipe, skillet steak, roasted potatoes, bourbon steak

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