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Garlic Butter Steak Cubes

Experience the delectable flavors of my Garlic Butter Steak Cubes recipe, a quick and savory delight that’s ready in just 10 minutes! These tender steak cubes are seared to perfection and then coated in a luscious garlic butter soy sauce. Served over your favorite rice, this dish is a protein-packed sensation bursting with flavor. Get ready to savor every bite of this mouthwatering, fuss-free meal that’s simply irresistible!

Pan seared garlic butter steak bites served over rice.

Why I Love This Recipe

What truly sets apart my Garlic Butter Steak Cubes recipe is its winning combination of simplicity and Japanese inspired flavor! This recipe is a bite-sized variation of my Japanese Garlic Butter Steak that is quickly seared to perfection in a hot pan similar my Japanese Hibachi Steak, creating a mouthwatering dish that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying! This delightful fusion of flavors bears a striking resemblance to my beloved Japanese Pepper Steak and Japanese Beef Bowl recipes!

The end result is a dish that’s an explosion of garlicky, savory goodness, making it the perfect choice for lunch or dinner. What’s more, it’s an excellent way to make use of any leftover steaks you may have on hand, just like in my Japanese Steak Stir Fry! So why wait? Let’s get cooking and enjoy this savory plate now that I know you will love!

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • NY Steak or Top Sirloin – any type of steak will work for this recipe. We recommend leaner cuts of meat such as New York strip steak or sirloin.
  • Neutral Oil no taste or flavor with high cooking temperature. Some choices are sunflower oil, peanut oil, sallower oil, vegetable oil, and canola oil. 
  • Salt – sea salt preferred.
  • Black Pepper – ground.
  • Garlic– freshly grated garlic.
  • Green Onion – finely chopped green onion scallions.
  • Japanese Sake – typically will come in a large bottle labeled junmai sake. Can also substitute with dry sherry wine or Chinese cooking wine, found at local grocery stores or Asian markets. 
  • Soy Sauce – low-sodium Soy Sauce preferred.
  • Butter – unsalted or salted.
  • Rice – rice of choice.

🥩 Steak Note

If you happen to have any Leftover Steaks, they are a perfect fit for this recipe.

Pan seared garlic butter steak bites served over rice being scooped up, top down shot.

Directions

☑ Before Getting Started

For best results, use a Large Frying Pan that provides ample space for cooking the steaks.

Step 1 Combine soy sauce, Japanese sake, green onions, grated garlic, and melted butter in a mixing bowl.

Japanese style steak sauce in a bowl.

Step 2 Pat dry the steak and sprinkle it with salt and pepper, then cut it into bite-sized cubes.

Steak cubes.

Step 3 In a large pan or cast iron skillet, heat neutral cooking oil over high heat. Add the steak cubes and sear them for about 1-2 minutes until the outside is seared. Then, add the prepared garlic butter sauce to the pan and cook for an additional 15-30 seconds.

Steak cubes in a frying pan.

🍳 Cooking Pro Tip

If your preference leans towards medium to Well-Done Steaks, aim for a cooking time of approximately 3-4 Minutes. If using leftover steaks, reduce the cooking time accordingly.

Step 4 Serve the garlic butter steak cubes on top of rice of choice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Garlic butter steak cubes served in a bowl.

📄 Serving Note

Before digging into your seared steak cubes, be sure to Drizzle Remaining Sauce from the frying pan onto the cubes for maximum flavor.

Recipe Variation

For a sweeter twist for your steak cubes, consider swapping the garlic butter sauce for my Japanese Sweet Steak Sauce.

Pairing Recommendations

When serving this Garlic Butter Steak Cubes recipe, consider pairing it with some classic Japanese sides and beverages. Start with a bowl of Tofu Miso Soup for a comforting appetizer. For a vegetable side dish, you can opt for Stir Fry Bean Sprouts or Garlic Spinach Stir Fry. And to complete the meal, enjoy a refreshing drink like Mugicha.

Pan seared garlic butter steak bites served over rice being scooped up, close up shot.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use other types of steak for this recipe?

Absolutely, you have some flexibility with the choice of steak cuts. Rib-eye and flat iron steaks are great options, but the key is to choose cuts that aren't overly fatty or extremely lean.

What type of rice works best with this dish?

You can pair this dish with various types of rice, including steamed white rice, brown rice, or even cauliflower rice if you prefer a low-carb option.

Can I add extra vegetables to the recipe?

You can enhance your steak bowl by adding steamed green beans, broccoli, or edamame to it. It's a great way to customize your meal to your liking.

Storage Tips

To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the fridge, where they will remain fresh for 3-5 days. When reheating, use the microwave.

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Pan seared garlic butter steak bites served over rice.

Garlic Butter Steak Cubes

Come try these seared steak cubes cooked in flavorful garlic sauce with this easy recipe. Enjoy perfectly cooked beef for a delicious meal!
5 from 10 votes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese, Worldwide
Keyword: beef with garlic sauce, garlic butter sauce for steak, pan fried cube steak recipes, steak cubes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Print Recipe
Calories: 847kcal

Ingredients

Stir Fry

  • 12 oz NY Steak or Top Sirloin
  • 1 tbsp Neutral Cooking Oil
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 Cloves Garlic
  • 1 Stalk Green Onions
  • 2 tbsp Japanese Sake
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Butter melted
  • 1 Cup Rice

Instructions

  • Gather all the ingredients.
    Ingredients for garlic butter steak cubes.
  • Pat steak dry with paper towel and moderately sprinkle salt and pepper. Cut steak into cubes about 1/2 x 1/2 inch and set aside.
    Steak cubes.
  • Grind garlic with a grinder or garlic press.
    Grated garlic.
  • Thinly cut green onions.
    Chopped green onions.
  • Combine soy sauce, Japanese sake, grated garlic, green onions and melted butter into mixing bowl and set aside.
    Japanese style steak sauce in a bowl.
  • In a fry pan, add neutral cooking oil on high heat. Once up to heat, add steaks and cook until outside is seared, about 1-1.5 minutes.
    Steak cubes in a frying pan.
  • After steaks are seared, add sauce and cook for an additional 15-30 seconds or until butter is melted. Serve over rice and pour any excess sauce on top.
    Garlic butter steak cubes served in a bowl.

Nutrition

Calories: 847kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 71g | Fat: 60g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 26g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 238mg | Sodium: 881mg | Potassium: 979mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 524IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 6mg
*Values Based Per Serving
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2 Comments

  1. Hi, dunno why no one commented. It is an awesome and very easy recipe. Will be making it again!

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