Description
This Steak Bites and Gnocchi recipe offers a deliciously satisfying meal featuring tender sirloin steak cubes seared to perfection and pan-fried gnocchi tossed in a fragrant garlic rosemary butter sauce, finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. It’s a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Gnocchi and Sauce
- 1 lb store-bought or homemade gnocchi
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the steak bites: Generously season the sirloin steak cubes with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
- Sear the steak bites: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the seasoned steak cubes and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until nicely browned. Remove steak bites from the pan and set aside.
- Pan-fry the gnocchi: In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the gnocchi and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and slightly crispy, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Prepare the garlic rosemary butter: Push the gnocchi to one side of the pan. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, minced garlic, and chopped rosemary to the empty side of the skillet. Cook until the garlic is fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
- Toss gnocchi in sauce: Mix the gnocchi with the garlic rosemary butter thoroughly so the flavors combine evenly.
- Return steak to pan: Add the cooked steak bites back to the skillet and heat everything through together for a couple of minutes.
- Add finishing touches: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the steak and gnocchi mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
- Serve: Plate the steak bites and gnocchi immediately while hot and enjoy this satisfying and flavorful dish.
Notes
- Use fresh rosemary for the best flavor, but dried rosemary can substitute if necessary (reduce quantity to 1/2 tsp).
- Store-bought gnocchi saves time, but homemade gnocchi enhances the texture and taste.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when cooking steak to ensure proper browning.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet.
