Keto Lemon Garlic Steak Bites (Printable Version)

Juicy lemon garlic butter steak bites with caramelized roasted Brussels sprouts for a satisfying low-carb meal.

# What You Need:

→ Steak Bites

01 - 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Lemon Garlic Butter

06 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Roasted Brussels Sprouts

11 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Steps:

01 - Heat oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet with cut side down. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and edges are crisped.
03 - While sprouts roast, season steak cubes with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika.
04 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add steak cubes in a single layer, working in batches if needed. Sear 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Transfer to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
05 - Reduce heat to medium. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in the same skillet. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add lemon zest and 2 tablespoons lemon juice; simmer for 1 minute.
06 - Return steak bites to the skillet and toss to coat with lemon garlic butter. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley.
07 - Arrange steak bites on serving plates alongside roasted Brussels sprouts.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • The steak comes out impossibly tender and juicy because you're searing it properly and not overthinking it.
  • Lemon and garlic butter is basically liquid gold that makes everything taste like you spent hours in the kitchen.
  • Your Brussels sprouts will caramelize and turn crispy in a way that might actually convert the skeptics at your table.
02 -
  • Don't move your steak around in the pan or you'll interrupt the searing process; patience creates that golden crust that makes this dish actually special.
  • Fresh lemon juice and zest make a shocking difference compared to bottled juice, and it's worth squeezing a lemon for this one.
03 -
  • Dry your steak cubes with a paper towel before seasoning so moisture doesn't prevent that beautiful golden sear from forming.
  • Keep your butter unsalted so you control the salt level, especially if you're using salted steak seasoning already.
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