Crockpot Steak Bites
Ingredients
- 3 pounds sirloin steak
cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small sweet onion
thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic
thinly sliced
- 1 cup unsalted beef stock
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
1 ounce
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
thinly sliced
- fresh chopped parsley for garnish
optional
Directions
- 1
Place the cubed steak into a large bowl with the salt and pepper; toss to combine.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add half of the oil. Sear the steak pieces in batches and place them into the slow cooker. Add more oil to the pan if needed.
- 3
Once all the steak has been seared, add the onion and garlic to the slow cooker. Toss with the steak bites.
- 4
Pour in the beef stock. Sprinkle with the au jus mix and top with slices of the butter.
- 5
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low 6-8 hours. Stir every 30 minutes or so, if you can. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.
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About this Recipe
Imagine melt-in-your-mouth steak bites bathed in a savory au jus, all without fuss. This Crockpot Steak Bites recipe delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort, making weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings a breeze. It's the ultimate comfort food for a chilly evening or a satisfying Sunday dinner.
The magic of the slow cooker transforms sirloin steak into incredibly tender bites that practically melt on your tongue. Combining rich beef stock with a convenient au jus gravy mix creates a deeply flavorful sauce that infuses every piece of steak, ensuring a restaurant-quality experience right at home. The slow, gentle cooking ensures even a lean cut like sirloin becomes succulent.
You can expect wonderfully tender steak, simmered to perfection, with a savory, umami-rich au jus that clings beautifully to each piece. The slow cooking process allows the sirloin to absorb all the aromatic flavors of the sweet onion, garlic, and rich beef stock, resulting in a deeply satisfying and flavorful meal. The thinly sliced butter added towards the end enriches the sauce, creating a luxurious mouthfeel.
While sirloin steak shines here, consider experimenting with adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for an aromatic twist to the au jus. For those who enjoy a brighter finish, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a dash of Worcestershire sauce could enhance the savory depth. Feel free to adjust the amount of fresh chopped parsley for garnish to your liking, or even try chives for a slightly different flavor profile.
These Crockpot Steak Bites are ideal for a comforting family dinner or an effortless weekend meal. Serve them generously spooned over creamy mashed potatoes or tender egg noodles, letting the rich au jus blanket your chosen base.