Blackened Cajun Steak Bites (Printable Version)

Juicy Cajun-spiced steak bites seared and served with crispy golden fries for a flavorful main dish.

# 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

# Method Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the potato fries with vegetable oil, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Spread them evenly on the baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
03 - Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels to ensure proper searing.
04 - In a large bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Add the steak cubes and toss to coat thoroughly.
05 - 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, and sear each side for 1 to 2 minutes until well browned and cooked to desired doneness.
06 - 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.
07 - Serve the hot steak bites alongside the crispy golden fries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bold Cajun flavors with tender, juicy steak bites
  • Crispy homemade fries make it a satisfying meal
02 -
  • For extra heat add cayenne pepper to the Cajun seasoning mix
  • To make it gluten-free ensure your Cajun seasoning and fries are both certified gluten-free
03 -
  • For even more flavor let your steak cubes marinate in the seasonings for 10 minutes before searing
  • Switch to sweet potatoes for the fries for a fun colorful twist
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