Cajun Garlic Butter Steak (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cajun Seasoning Blend
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1 Tbsp smoked paprika
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1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
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1 1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, or less to taste
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1/2 tsp packed light brown sugar
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1/4 tsp dried thyme
→ Steak Bites
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1 1/2 lbs steak (strip steak, sirloin, ribeye, etc.)
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2 Tbsp vegetable oil, divided
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3 Tbsp unsalted butter
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5 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
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Minced fresh parsley for garnish
# Instructions:
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Slice the steak into roughly 2-inch pieces and set aside in a mixing bowl.
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In a small bowl, combine the seasoning blend ingredients. Add the blend to the mixing bowl with the steak bites and toss to coat well.
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Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Heat the skillet for several minutes dry, until you see wisps of smoke.
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Add 1 Tbsp of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan. Add about half the steak (less if the skillet isn’t large enough), making sure not to overcrowd. Sear for 2 minutes without flipping, then flip and sear another 2 minutes until well browned. Set aside on a plate and repeat with the remaining oil and steak bites.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low and use the same skillet without cleaning it. Add butter, and once melted, add garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds, using a wooden spoon to scrape browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Turn off the heat, return the steak bites to the skillet, and stir well to coat with the garlic butter. Serve hot, garnished with minced fresh parsley.
# Notes:
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For smaller steak bites, cut the steak into 1-inch pieces and slightly reduce cooking time.
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The Cajun seasoning blend can be adjusted to suit personal taste preferences.