Description
Succulent Butter-Seared Garlic Beef Bites and Potatoes dance with rich, savory flavors that promise a delightful culinary journey. Hearty ingredients meld together, creating a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables and Potatoes:
- 1 pound (454 grams) baby potatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup (60 milliliters) beef broth
Instructions
- Quickly sear beef cubes in a hot skillet with olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side, creating a rich golden-brown exterior that locks in robust flavors. Transfer browned meat to slow cooker.
- Distribute halved baby potatoes evenly around the seared beef within the slow cooker, ensuring uniform cooking and consistent texture.
- Create a luxurious garlic butter sauce by whisking melted butter with minced garlic, aromatic herbs, and seasonings until thoroughly combined and fragrant.
- Generously drizzle the prepared garlic butter sauce over beef and potatoes, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion. Pour beef broth around ingredients to maintain moisture and prevent burning.
- Secure slow cooker lid and allow dish to simmer on low temperature for 6-8 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours. Meat should become fork-tender and potatoes soft yet slightly firm.
- Once cooking completes, gently stir contents to distribute sauce and herbs. Sprinkle fresh parsley for vibrant color and enhanced herbal notes. Serve immediately while warm for optimal taste and presentation.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose well-marbled chuck roast or sirloin for maximum tenderness and rich flavor that melts in your mouth.
- Searing Secrets: Never skip browning the meat, as this crucial step locks in deep, caramelized flavors and creates a beautiful golden exterior.
- Herb Flexibility: Experiment with fresh or dried herbs based on availability, but maintain a balanced ratio to preserve the dish’s aromatic profile.
- Low and Slow Magic: Cooking on low heat ensures the beef becomes incredibly tender, breaking down tough muscle fibers for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 308 kcal
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 325 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg