Blackened Cajun Steak Bites (Print View)

Juicy Cajun-seasoned steak bites seared and served alongside crispy golden fries for a flavorful meal.

# Components:

→ Steak Bites

01 - 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 0.5 tsp garlic powder
06 - 0.5 tsp onion powder
07 - 0.5 tsp dried thyme
08 - 0.5 tsp dried oregano
09 - 0.5 tsp black pepper
10 - 0.5 tsp salt
11 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

→ Fries

13 - 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
14 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
15 - 1 tsp salt
16 - 0.5 tsp paprika
17 - 0.25 tsp black pepper

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss the cut potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Arrange evenly on the baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crisp.
02 - While the fries bake, pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels. Combine Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Add the steak cubes and toss to coat evenly.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak bites in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Sear each side for 1 to 2 minutes until well browned and cooked to preferred doneness.
04 - Add unsalted butter to the skillet and toss the steak bites until they are coated and glossy. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
05 - Serve the hot steak bites alongside the crispy fries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bold Cajun flavors and crispy fries make this dish truly satisfying
  • Quick and easy to prepare for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests
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  • This dish is gluten-free if you use gluten-free seasoning and fries
  • Contains dairy due to the butter used in the steak bites
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  • For best browning, cook the steak bites in batches so they do not steam
  • Let the fries dry after cutting for extra crispiness in the oven
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