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Asian Steak Bites and Potatoes Recipe

4.8 from 117 reviews

Asian Steak Bites and Potatoes is a savory and flavorful one-pan dish featuring tender ribeye steak cubes seared to perfection and paired with golden, herb-infused Yukon Gold potatoes. Enhanced with garlic, fresh thyme, soy sauce, and butter, this recipe offers a delicious balance of rich, umami flavors and a hint of freshness from chopped parsley, making it a satisfying meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Steak and Marinade

  • 12 oz beef steak (ribeye recommended), cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for steak)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce

Potatoes

  • 16 oz Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled if desired, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for potatoes)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 5 sprigs fresh thyme

Cooking Fats and Garnish

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons butter (divided: 1/2 tablespoon and 1 tablespoon)
  • Cooking oil (enough to coat pan)
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Cut beef steak into 1-inch cubes and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Peel potatoes if preferred and cut into 3/4-inch cubes.
  2. Cook Potatoes: Heat a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and coat with cooking oil. Place the potatoes in the pan, cooking undisturbed until the bottom is browned. Add the fresh thyme sprigs, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Stir and continue cooking until potatoes are just tender, approximately 7-8 minutes. Remove potatoes and set aside on a plate.
  3. Sear Beef: Increase heat to medium-high or high. Add more oil if necessary to the same pan. Add the beef cubes and sear without moving for about 45 seconds until the bottom develops color. Flip and cook for about 30 seconds on the other side.
  4. Add Garlic and Butter: Add 1/2 tablespoon butter and minced garlic to the pan with the beef. Stir and cook for a few seconds until garlic is fragrant.
  5. Combine and Finish Cooking: Return the cooked potatoes to the pan. Stir beef and potatoes together and reduce heat slightly. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and soy sauce, stirring to coat all ingredients evenly. Cook just until desired beef doneness is reached—avoid overcooking.
  6. Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Turn off the heat, transfer steak bites and potatoes to serving plates, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ribeye steak for best flavor and tenderness.
  • Yukon Gold potatoes hold their shape well but feel free to substitute with a similar waxy potato.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on your stove and pan; watch potatoes to avoid burning.
  • Do not overcook steak cubes; quick searing keeps them juicy.
  • Fresh thyme adds a wonderful aroma—if unavailable, dried thyme can be substituted but use sparingly.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley right before serving for color and freshness.

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