Here’s a flavorful Smoked Steak Bites recipe (tender, smoky, and perfect for appetizers or main dishes). 🥩🔥
Ingredients
- 1½ lb (700 g) steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip steak)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Steak
- Cut the steak into 1–1½ inch cubes.
- In a bowl, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
2. Preheat the Smoker
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- Use oak, hickory, or mesquite wood for strong smoky flavor.
3. Smoke the Steak Bites
- Place steak cubes on a grill rack or tray.
- Smoke for 25–35 minutes until they reach about 120–125°F internally for medium-rare.
4. Sear in Garlic Butter
- Heat a skillet on high heat.
- Add butter and minced garlic.
- Toss the smoked steak bites in the skillet for 1–2 minutes to create a crispy exterior.
5. Serve
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Optional Flavor Add-Ons
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce for deeper flavor
- Red pepper flakes for heat 🌶️
- A drizzle of garlic butter sauce
Serving Ideas
- Toothpick appetizers
- Over mashed potatoes
- In tacos or wraps
- With grilled vegetables
✅ Pro Tip:
For extra tenderness, use ribeye and don’t overcook—steak bites cook quickly after smoking.
If you want, I can also show you:
- The famous viral smoked steak bites with BBQ butter sauce 🔥
- Air fryer steak bites that taste like steakhouse style in 10 minutes.