Tender steak cubes seared until golden and tossed in rich garlic butter with lightly sautéed zucchini for a quick, satisfying skillet dinner.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Instructions
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Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add steak in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet.
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Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add sliced zucchini and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until tender with light golden edges.
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Return steak to the skillet and toss to coat in garlic butter.
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Sprinkle with parsley and optional red pepper flakes or lemon juice. Serve immediately.