One-Pan Garlic Herb Steak (Printer-Friendly)

Savory steak bites with garlic, herbs, and butter. Ready in 20 minutes for vibrant summer evenings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Steak & Marinade

01 - 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Aromatics & Herbs

06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

→ Optional Garnish

10 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# How To Make:

01 - Combine sirloin cubes with olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly and allow to marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
02 - Heat a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat until hot.
03 - Add steak cubes in a single layer, working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Sear undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes, then turn and cook for another 2 minutes until evenly browned and just cooked through.
04 - Reduce heat to medium and push steak to the side of the pan. Add butter and minced garlic, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Toss steak bites with melted garlic butter in the pan. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and thyme. Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges as desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It takes just 20 minutes but tastes like you invested much more.
  • The garlic-herb butter melds perfectly with juicy steak, making every bite unforgettable.
02 -
  • If you crowd the pan, the steak steams instead of sears—been there, regretted it.
  • Letting the garlic cook just until fragrant prevents it from going bitter, which changed my results drastically.
03 -
  • Patting steak dry before searing amplifies that crust and keeps juices inside.
  • A cast iron skillet transforms ordinary steak into restaurant-worthy bites.
Go Back