Here’s a mouthwatering recipe for Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Creamy Mashed Potatoes – a perfect comfort meal that’s rich, savory, and satisfying.
🥩 Garlic Butter Beef Bites with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
🍽️ Serves: 4
⏱️ Total Time: ~40 minutes
🧄 Ingredients
For the Beef Bites:
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1.5 lbs (700g) sirloin steak or ribeye, cut into bite-sized cubes
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
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3 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
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Chili flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:
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2 lbs (900g) Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk for lighter version)
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1/4 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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Chopped chives (optional garnish)
🔪 Instructions
1. Make the Mashed Potatoes:
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Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water.
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Bring to a boil and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until potatoes are fork-tender.
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Drain and return to the pot. Mash with a potato masher or ricer.
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Stir in butter, cream, and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Keep warm on low heat, stirring occasionally.
2. Cook the Beef Bites:
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Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
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Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat. Sear the beef in batches for 2–3 minutes until browned on all sides. Don’t overcrowd the pan.
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Remove beef and set aside.
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In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it burn).
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Return beef to the pan. Toss to coat in garlic butter. Add parsley and herbs.
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Cook for 1–2 more minutes to heat through.
🥄 To Serve:
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Spoon a generous helping of creamy mashed potatoes onto each plate.
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Top with garlic butter beef bites.
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Drizzle remaining garlic butter from the pan over the top.
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Garnish with extra herbs or chives if desired.