Garlic Butter Steak Bites for Cheap
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
An EBT-friendly, restaurant-quality steak dish that cooks in minutes. Tender steak bites smothered in garlic butter sauce – perfect over rice or potatoes.
Total Cost of Ingredients Used: $8.00-$12.00
(Cost reflects only what’s used in the recipe, not full package prices)
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ribeye steak
- 1 tbsp butter garlic & herb seasoning
- 2 tbsp avocado oil ((or vegetable oil))
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.
Instructions
Prep the steak: Cut 1 lb ribeye steak into 1-inch cubes. Pat completely dry with paper towels – this is crucial for getting a good sear. Season generously with salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp butter garlic & herb seasoning.
Sear the steak: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Working in batches to avoid crowding, add steak bites in a single layer. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until deeply browned. Remove to a plate.
Make the garlic butter sauce: Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, melt 4 tbsp butter. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Add Worcestershire and finish: Stir in 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce. Return all steak bites to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Toss to coat everything in the garlic butter sauce. Cook for 1-2 more minutes to warm through.
Serve immediately: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the garlic butter sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley if available.
Juicy steak bites in a rich garlic butter sauce – steakhouse quality at home.
This EBT-friendly steak recipe turns affordable ribeye into bite-sized luxury. The high-heat sear creates a perfect crust while keeping the interior tender, and the simple garlic butter sauce with Worcestershire adds incredible depth of flavor. It’s a 15-minute meal that feels like a special occasion.
Budget Grocery List + Cost Breakdown
All items EBT-eligible. Prices based on Walmart/ALDI/butcher shop.
Protein
Used in recipe: 1 lb ribeye steak ($7.00)
Package cost: $7.00-$12.00 (price varies by cut and sales)
Dairy & Fats
Used in recipe: Butter ($0.40) + avocado oil ($0.30)
Package cost: $3.00 (butter) + $5.00 (oil) = $8.00 total
Seasonings & Sauces
Used in recipe: Butter garlic seasoning ($0.15) + Worcestershire ($0.10) + garlic ($0.10) + salt & pepper ($0.02)
Package cost: $2.00 + $2.00 + $0.50 + $1.00 = $5.50 total
Total Used in Recipe: $8.07-$11.97
Serves 3-4 people • Cost per serving: $2.02-$3.99
Note: Look for ribeye on sale or use sirloin for a more budget-friendly option. All seasonings last for multiple recipes.
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