Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes

Description

These Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes are the perfect hearty comfort-food dinner! Tender, juicy pieces of beef are seared until beautifully browned, then coated in a rich garlic butter sauce and served with golden baby potatoes. The savory beef, buttery sauce, garlic, and tender potatoes come together in one incredibly satisfying meal. It’s simple enough for a weeknight but delicious enough for a cozy family dinner.

🥩 Ingredients

• 1½ lb (680 g) beef sirloin or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1½ lb baby potatoes, halved
• 4 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt, or to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the potatoes:
   Wash the baby potatoes and cut larger ones in half. Boil them in salted water for about 8–10 minutes, just until slightly tender. Drain well.
2. Season the beef:
   Pat the beef dry with paper towels. Season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
3. Sear the beef:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side, until browned. Remove the beef and set aside.
4. Brown the potatoes:
   Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the same skillet. Add the potatoes cut-side down and cook for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and tender. Remove and set aside.
5. Build the sauce:
   Add the remaining butter and diced onion to the skillet. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
6. Deglaze:
   Pour in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan—they add tons of flavor.
7. Combine everything:
   Return the beef and potatoes to the skillet. Toss everything together and simmer for 3–5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce and coat the beef and potatoes.
8. Finish:
   Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately with plenty of the garlic butter sauce.

🔥 Pro Tips

• Pat the beef very dry before searing for a better crust.
• Don’t overcrowd the skillet; cook the beef in batches if necessary.
• Baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes work especially well.
• For extra richness, add another tablespoon of butter at the very end.
• A splash of Worcestershire sauce gives the beef a deeper, restaurant-style flavor.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

Serve with steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, a crisp salad, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.