Description
This Steak Bites and Potatoes recipe offers a delicious, hearty meal combining tender top sirloin steak bites seasoned with Montreal steak spice and perfectly seared baby potatoes. Cooked together in a skillet with butter and olive oil, this dish is quick to prepare and full of bold flavors, making it ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Seasoning Mix
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter, divided
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved or cut into 1-inch chunks
- 2 pounds top sirloin steak, cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch chunks
- 1 teaspoon low-sodium Montreal steak seasoning (or 1/2 teaspoon if using full sodium)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Prepare all ingredients by cutting the baby potatoes into halves or 1-inch chunks and the sirloin steak into 1 1/2- to 2-inch chunks. Pat the steak dry to ensure a good sear.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. This blend will season the potatoes.
- Cook Potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter together with olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes in a single layer with the cut sides down and sprinkle half of the seasoning mixture on top. Cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until the bottoms start to brown.
- Season Steak: While the potatoes are cooking, toss the steak chunks in Montreal steak seasoning to coat evenly. Adjust the amount if using full sodium seasoning.
- Finish Potatoes: Flip the potatoes, sprinkle the remaining seasoning, and cook for another 4-5 minutes until they are tender and golden brown. Remove potatoes from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Steak: In the same skillet, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter. Add the seasoned steak bites in a single layer, cooking for about 2 minutes per side for medium-rare, turning frequently to brown all sides evenly.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet and cook together with the steak for an additional 1 minute to marry the flavors. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- Patting the steak dry before seasoning and cooking ensures better browning and flavor.
- Adjust steak cooking time based on your preferred doneness; 2 minutes per side yields medium-rare.
- If preferred, you can substitute baby potatoes with fingerlings or Yukon Gold potatoes.
- Use low-sodium Montreal seasoning to control salt levels, especially if watching sodium intake.
- Letting the steak and potatoes rest before serving helps redistribute juices and enhances texture.
