Keto Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Garlic butter steak bites bring classic American pan-seared steak flavor to bite-size form. Hot skillet sirloin meets melted butter, minced garlic, and smoked paprika for a fast, high-protein keto lunch.

Serves 3 · 10 min prep · 12 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 445 cal
• 41g protein
• 4g carbs
• 30g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1.25 lb sirloin steak
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 3/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cups baby arugula
• 1 lemon wedges
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. 1Trim any large fat pieces from the sirloin and cut the steak into even 1-inch cubes so they cook quickly and stay tender. Pat the cubes very dry with paper towels; dry surfaces are essential for a good sear.
2. 2Season the steak cubes generously on all sides with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika, tossing so every piece is coated. Let them sit 5 minutes at room temperature while the pan heats.
3. 3Heat a large cast-iron or heavy stainless skillet over high heat until very hot, then add the olive oil and swirl to coat. Working in two batches if needed to avoid crowding, sear the steak bites 1 to 2 minutes per side until deeply browned with a crust.
4. 4Transfer the seared bites to a clean plate; they should still be medium-rare inside. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter to the same pan.
5. 5Once the butter melts and foams, stir in the minced garlic and cook 45 to 60 seconds until fragrant and just golden, scraping up any browned bits from the steak.
6. 6Return all the steak bites to the pan along with any accumulated juices. Toss continuously for 1 minute so every cube is glossy with garlic butter; do not overcook.
7. 7Remove the pan from heat, sprinkle in the chopped parsley and red pepper flakes, and toss once more. Squeeze a little lemon over the top for brightness that cuts the richness.
8. 8Pile a bed of baby arugula on each plate, spoon the hot garlic-butter steak bites over the greens so they wilt slightly, and serve immediately for a satisfying keto lunch that needs no sides.