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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Cheesy Loaded Crinkle Fries

A deliciously comforting dish merging savory steak with mouthwatering cheesy fries, perfect for cozy family dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak Bites
  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes Look for well-marbled sirloin for optimum tenderness.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Consider using pre-chopped garlic for convenience.
  • 2 tbsp butter For a vegan option, substitute with plant-based butter.
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
For the Cheesy Fries
  • 1 lb frozen crinkle-cut fries Alternatively, use sweet potato fries for a healthier option.
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Upgrade with a mix of smoked Gouda for more flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Fresh parsley for garnish Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Cracked black pepper for garnish Cracked black pepper for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven according to the fries' package instructions.
  2. Season the sirloin steak cubes with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat, and add the seasoned steak cubes. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
  2. Reduce heat, add minced garlic and butter, and toss until the steak is coated.
  3. Bake the crinkle-cut fries until golden and crispy (20-25 minutes).
  4. Transfer the fries to a baking dish and sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic powder evenly on top.
  5. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve steak bites beside the cheesy fries, garnished with fresh parsley and cracked black pepper.

Notes

For a kick, add cayenne pepper to the seasoning for a spicy version. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.