Description
Spicy Cajun Steak Bites deliver a bold and flavorful twist on classic steak with a robust homemade Cajun seasoning, seared to perfection and finished in a garlicky, buttery sauce with jalapeño heat. Perfect for a quick, satisfying main course that brings the taste of Cajun America to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 2 - 14 oz strip steaks
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium jalapeño thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp cayenne powder
- 1 tbsp red pepper flake
- 1 tbsp fine ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp white pepper
- 1 ½ tbsp oregano
- 2 tsp hot paprika
Instructions
- Slice the steak: Cut the strip steaks into roughly 3/4-inch size pieces to ensure quick and even cooking.
- Prepare seasoning: In a small bowl, mix all the Cajun seasoning ingredients thoroughly to combine the spices evenly.
- Season the steak bites: Place the steak pieces into a mixing bowl, toss with 1 tablespoon of avocado oil until coated, then add 2 tablespoons of the Cajun seasoning and mix well to evenly season all the steak pieces. Set aside.
- Sear the steak bites: Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering and starting to smoke. Add the steak bites, turning often to sear all sides for a total of 3 minutes. Remove steak and place on a plate. Reduce heat to low and let pan cool for 2 minutes.
- Cook garlic and jalapeños: Add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the pan and allow it to melt. Add the minced garlic and use a wooden turner to scrape up all crispy bits from the pan bottom. Add sliced jalapeños and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Combine steak with sauce: Return steak bites to the pan, stirring to coat them thoroughly in the buttery garlic sauce with jalapeños.
- Serve: Plate the steak bites and pour the remaining butter sauce over them for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- For maximum flavor, sear the steak bites evenly rather than relying on grill marks, to maximize Maillard reaction and overall char.
- Bite-sized pieces allow for more surface area to get flavorful searing.
- You can adjust the amount of cayenne and jalapeño to control the spice level.
- Use a heavy skillet like cast iron for best searing results.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the steak bites at their juiciest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
