Steak Bites with Gravy
This Steak Bites with Gravy recipe features incredibly tender and juicy steak bites seared to perfection with a flavor-packed gravy that tastes better than anything you’ve ever tried!
If you’ve always been looking for a foolproof recipe for some classic Steak Bites, then this is the recipe for you! You’ll get perfectly seared steak bites that are better than ones from a steakhouse, yet so easy that even a beginner can nail them on the first go!
And the gravy has the most delicious flavor with hints of garlic, butter, black pepper, and paprika that enhance the taste of the steak bites even more! Whether making this for game day, as a snack on its own, or as a complete meal along with some mashed potatoes, you will love this recipe!
🥘 INGREDIENTS YOU’LL NEED
This steak bites with gravy recipe calls for simple, pantry-staple ingredients that make the whole recipe even better since it’s so easy to make! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned cook, you’ll love the simple ingredients.
You can scroll down to the recipe card for further details and instructions.
Steak: First, you’ll need a steak cut to make this recipe! I’ve used ribeye because the marbling makes the steak bites incredibly tender and juicy, but you can also use a less expensive cut.
Butter: We’ll also need some butter to sauté the garlic in for the gravy, and to make the base for the roux, we’ll need to get the perfect gravy!
All-purpose flour: You’ll also need all-purpose flour to get the perfect flavor of the gravy and the right consistency.
Spices: To season the steak, we’ll be using salt and pepper, and for the gravy, you’ll need some basic spices such as pepper and paprika!
🔪 HOW TO MAKE
This Steak Bites and Gravy recipe is so easy that even a first-time cook can try it! So please give it a go regardless of your experience in cooking because it’s that easy to make.
The full instructions are in the recipe card below, but let’s look at the main steps to making this treat.
Step 1:
Season the steak bites and mix them well. Then in a hot pan, add cooking oil and sear the steaks from both sides until they turn light brown. Make sure not to crowd the pan and cook it in batches. Remove from the pan once done and set it aside.
Step 2:
Clean the pan, and add one tablespoon of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add garlic to the pan and reduce the heat to avoid burning the garlic.
Step 3:
Next, add the flour, paprika, and black pepper to the pan. Now pour water and keep stirring to avoid any lumps from forming. Season it with salt and cook until the consistency turns thick.
Step 4:
Your delicious steak bites with gravy are ready to be served! Serve them with a bed of mashed potatoes and pour gravy on top.
💭 COOKING TIPS
- Before adding the garlic, make sure the heat is low, or the garlic will burn, and the gravy will taste bitter.
- If you want a thinner gravy, add more water. And if you want it thicker, cook it more on medium-low heat until it reaches the right consistency.
- I have used ribeye steak, but you can also use a less expensive cut. Any cut will work well, and that’s the beauty of this recipe.
- If you’re looking for other premium cuts apart from ribeye, you can use sirloin, tenderloin, porterhouse (New York strip steak), or T-bone.
- On my blog, you can find an amazing recipe for mashed potatoes. It goes well with this recipe.
📖 DELICIOUS VARIATIONS
This delicious Steak Bites and gravy recipe is out of this world and perfect as it is, but if you’re looking to customize it a bit, here are some ideas to try:
Garlic butter variation: You can also make a garlic-butter variation of the steak bites by adding some melted garlic butter before serving it.
Spicier: Add a kick of heat with a pinch of cayenne pepper to your gravy for a spicy variation to this delicious recipe.
Garnish: You can garnish the steak with some dried oregano, or some finely chopped fresh parsley for the perfect presentation.
💬 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Steak bites are the most incredible steak recipe with 1 to 2-inch (bite-sized) pieces of steak that are seared to perfection and then served with some homemade gravy.
Yes, it absolutely is! It’s super simple to make, and you don’t need special cooking skills to nail this recipe on the first go! It’s perfect for game day, as a snack or full meal at home, or for Valentine’s Day dinner or any other special occasion!
I’ve used ribeye steak for this recipe because the fat content and marbling give the steak a delicious, tender and juicy finish! Other cuts you can use for a delicious flavor include sirloin, tenderloin, porterhouse (New York strip steak), or T-bone. When choosing your steak, look for one with lots of marbling.
You can serve these delicious bites with homemade mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables such as broccoli. Pour the gravy on top before serving, and you’ll have a tasty meal!
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🌡️ STORING AND REHEATING
Fridge: You can easily store these steak bites and gravy in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Freezer: If you want to freeze the steak bites, that’s also possible for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe container. But I don’t recommend freezing the gravy since the texture and flavor will change entirely. For this same reason, making the steak fresh is best since it’s so quick and easy!
Reheat: To reheat the steak bites, pop them in the microwave till they’re warm all the way through. You can also quickly reheat them in a hot pan, but be careful not to overcook them. To reheat the gravy, reheat it in a pan on the stovetop and add a little water till you get the right consistency.
Steak Bites Recipe with Gravy
Ingredients
FOR SEASONING AND COOKING THE STEAK
- 300 grams steak cut into bite size- Ribeye
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper powder
- 2 tablespoon oil
FOR THE GRAVY
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon paprika powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper powder
- ¾ cup water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Season the steak bites with salt and black pepper, mix well.
- In a hot pan, add the cooking oil and sear the steaks from both sides until light brown. It will take around one minute and a half for each side.
- Do not crowd the pan, Cook the steak bites in batches. Remove the cooked steaks from the pan and cover it. Covering the steak bites will keep them tender.
- Clean the pan and add the butter and olive oil, when the butter melts add the garlic and reduce heat to low to avoid burning the garlic.
- Add the flour, paprika, and black pepper, and mix well on low heat. Cooking flour on low heat for a few seconds will remove its raw taste.
- Pour the water and keep on stirring to avoid forming lumps in the gravy, season with salt and cook until the gravy is thick.
- Serve the steaks on a bed of mashed potatoes, then pour the gravy over the steaks.
- You can also garnish with dry oregano or chopped parsley.
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Notes
- Before adding the garlic, make sure the heat is low, or the garlic will burn, and the gravy will taste bitter.
- If you want a thinner gravy, add more water; if you want it thicker, then cook a little more on medium-low heat.
- I have used ribeye steak, but you can use a less expensive cut.
- On my blog, you can find an amazing recipe for mashed potatoes. It goes well with this recipe.
