About This Recipe
This recipe combines seared steak bites with toasted garlic bread, served alongside a tangy horseradish cream. It functions as an appetizer or main course.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Requires basic cooking techniques
Uses readily available ingredients
Balances savory steak with aromatic garlic and spicy horseradish
Offers customizable serving options
Ingredients For Steak Bites:
1 lb sirloin steak (or flank steak)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
For Garlic Bread:
1 French baguette
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp parsley, chopped
For Horseradish Cream:
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tbsp prepared horseradish
1 tsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt
Step by Step Instructions
Prepare steak: Trim excess fat from steak. Cut into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
Make horseradish cream: Combine sour cream, prepared horseradish, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
Cook steak bites: Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak cubes in single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to plate.
Prepare garlic bread: Slice baguette into 1-inch pieces. Melt butter in saucepan over low heat. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute. Brush garlic butter onto bread slices.
Toast bread: Place bread on baking sheet. Broil 1-2 minutes until golden. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Serve: Skewer steak bites with toothpicks. Arrange garlic bread on platter. Serve with horseradish cream on the side.
FAQ
Sirloin or flank steak are recommended for balance of tenderness and flavor.
Can I use dried herbs?
Dried parsley can substitute for fresh. Use 1/3 the amount of fresh herbs.
How spicy is the horseradish cream?
Spice level depends on horseradish brand. Adjust quantity to preference.
Can I prepare components ahead?
Horseradish cream can be made 1 day ahead. Cook steak and toast bread just before serving.
You Must Know
Pat steak dry before cooking to ensure proper browning
Do not overcrowd skillet when searing steak
Watch bread closely while broiling to prevent burning
Prepared horseradish differs from horseradish sauce
Storage Tips
Store leftover components separately in airtight containers
Refrigerate steak and horseradish cream for up to 3 days
Reheat steak gently in skillet over medium heat
Refresh garlic bread in 350°F oven for 5 minutes before serving
Enjoy!