Cashew Free Paleo Garlic Herb Steak Bites
Juicy, golden-crusted steak bites tossed in garlic-herb ghee and finished with a bright squeeze of lemon — this is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels like a steakhouse splurge without any of the fuss. The secret to that deep, caramelized crust is a screaming-hot cast iron skillet and patting the sirloin completely dry before it ever hits the pan. Ghee brings a rich, nutty depth to the sauce while keeping everything grain- and dairy-protein-free, and the fresh rosemary, thyme, and parsley make the whole kitchen smell incredible. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about hidden fillers, nut-based oils, or mystery additives sneaking into your meal. The garlic gets just golden at the edges before the steak goes back in, so each bite is coated in that fragrant, buttery pan sauce from edge to edge. A final hit of lemon juice cuts through the richness and ties everything together in a way that tastes far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Serve straight from the skillet with extra lemon wedges and watch it disappear fast.
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4 servings
- 1 ½ lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 tbsp ghee
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the steak cubes thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season all over with the salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat the avocado oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over high heat until the oil just begins to smoke. Add the steak cubes in a single layer, working in two batches if needed to avoid crowding, and sear undisturbed for 2 minutes until a deep brown crust forms on the underside. Flip and sear for 1–2 minutes more, until the steak reaches 145°F (63°C) on an instant-read thermometer for medium. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
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