Rich, savory, and packed with umami flavor — ready in under 20 minutes.
If you love tender, juicy steak tips with deep, buttery flavor, this garlic miso butter version is next-level. The miso melts into the butter, creating a silky sauce that clings to every bite. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner but impressive enough for guests.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✔️ Ready in 20 minutes
- ✔️ Incredible umami flavor
- ✔️ One pan, easy cleanup
- ✔️ Naturally gluten-free (use GF miso)
Ingredients
For the Steak Tips:
- 1½ lbs sirloin steak tips (or ribeye tips), cut into 1½-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
For the Garlic Miso Butter:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ tablespoons white miso paste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
1. Prep the Steak
Pat steak tips dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Tip: Dry steak = better sear.
2. Make the Garlic Miso Butter
In a small bowl, mix together:
- Softened butter
- Miso paste
- Minced garlic
- Black pepper
- Lemon juice (if using)
Set aside.
3. Sear the Steak Tips
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil.
Place steak tips in a single layer (don’t overcrowd).
Sear 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or cook to your preferred doneness.
Remove steak from pan and reduce heat to medium.
4. Add the Miso Butter
Return steak to skillet.
Add the garlic miso butter and toss gently as it melts and coats the steak.
Cook 1–2 minutes more until glossy and coated.
5. Serve
Spoon extra miso butter from the pan over the steak tips before serving.
Optional garnish:
- Fresh chopped parsley
- Flaky sea salt
- Squeeze of lemon
Serving Ideas
- Over creamy mashed potatoes
- With roasted asparagus
- Over jasmine rice
- Alongside crusty sourdough bread
Storage
- Store in airtight container up to 3 days
- Reheat gently in skillet with a splash of broth or butter
Pro Tips for Perfect Steak Tips
- Let steak rest 5 minutes before serving
- Use high heat for that golden crust
- Don’t stir constantly — let it sear
Flavor Boost Variations
- Add a splash of soy sauce while finishing
- Stir in a teaspoon of honey for sweet balance
- Finish with chili crisp for heat
Garlic Miso Butter Steak Bites
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 SERVINGS 1x
Description
Juicy garlic miso butter steak bites seared in a hot cast iron skillet and coated in a rich, savory miso garlic butter sauce. This easy 20-minute steak dinner is packed with bold umami flavor and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
or the Steak Bites:
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1½ lbs sirloin steak tips, cut into 1½-inch cubes
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1 tablespoon avocado oil (or olive oil)
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
For the Garlic Miso Butter:
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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1½ tablespoons white miso paste
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
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1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Optional Garnish:
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Fresh chopped parsley
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Flaky sea salt
Instructions
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Prep the steak. Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
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Make the miso butter. In a small bowl, mix softened butter, white miso paste, minced garlic, black pepper, and lemon juice until smooth.
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Heat the skillet. Place a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil.
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Sear the steak. Add steak bites in a single layer. Sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Do not overcrowd the pan.
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Add the butter. Reduce heat to medium. Return all steak to skillet and add garlic miso butter. Toss until melted and glossy, about 1–2 minutes.
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Serve. Garnish with parsley and flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 MINS
- Cook Time: 10 MINS
- Category: Dinner
- Method: CAST IRON
- Cuisine: American
