Muscle-Building Steak Bites with Cauli Mash

Serves 4 · 15 min prep · 20 min cook

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb sirloin steak
• 1 large head (about 6 cups) cauliflower florets
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1.5 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
• 2 tbsp beef broth

Instructions

1. 1Cut the sirloin into 1-inch cubes and pat them very dry. Season the cubes evenly with smoked paprika, half the salt, and half the black pepper.
2. 2Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until completely tender, about 10 to 12 minutes. Drain thoroughly and let steam off for a minute so the mash stays thick.
3. 3Transfer the hot cauliflower to a food processor or use a potato masher. Add half the butter, the heavy cream, Parmesan, remaining salt and pepper, and half the minced garlic. Blend or mash until smooth and creamy. Keep warm.
4. 4Heat a large cast-iron or heavy skillet over high heat until very hot. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat.
5. 5Add the steak bites in a single layer without crowding; work in two batches if needed. Sear undisturbed for 90 seconds until a deep brown crust forms.
6. 6Flip the bites and sear another 60 to 90 seconds for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer more done. In the last 30 seconds of the final batch, add the remaining butter and garlic and toss to coat.
7. 7Splash in the beef broth and scrape up the browned bits to create a quick pan sauce. Remove from heat once the sauce glazes the steak.
8. 8Spoon the warm cauli mash into bowls or plates and top generously with the steak bites and pan juices. Finish with chopped chives and an extra grind of black pepper.