Beef · 30 min
Garlic & Lemon Seared Steak Bites with Zucchini Noodles
- 30 min
- 2–6 servings
- 581 kcal / serving
Tender steak bites sear until browned, then zucchini noodles soak up a tangy garlic-lemon sauce. It's a quick weeknight option with a satisfying mix of texture and brightness.
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Ingredients
- 4 fl ozchicken or vegetable broth
- 3 clovesgarlic
- ½lemon
- ¾ lbstriploin (New York strip) steak
- 2 mediumzucchini squash
- lemons
From the pantry: black pepper, butter, unsalted, crushed red pepper, extra virgin olive oil, parsley flakes, tamari soy sauce
Cookware
chef's knife · citrus juicer (optional) · cutting board · garlic press (optional) · grater · julienne peeler (optional) · measuring cups · measuring spoons · mixing bowls · stainless steel or cast iron skillet · stirring spoon · tongs
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Produce
- 3 clovesgarlic
- ½lemon
- 2 mediumzucchini squash
- lemons
Meat & seafood
- ¾ lbstriploin (New York strip) steak
Pantry & dry goods
- 4 fl ozchicken or vegetable broth
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Ingredients for 2, 4 and 6 servings
| Ingredient | 2 servings | 4 servings | 6 servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| chicken or vegetable broth | 4 fl oz | 8 fl oz | 12 fl oz |
| garlic | 3 cloves | 6 cloves | 9 cloves |
| lemon | ½ | 1 | 1 ½ |
| striploin (New York strip) steak | ¾ lb | 1 ½ lb | 2 ¼ lb |
| zucchini squash | 2 medium | 4 medium | 6 medium |
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Directions
- Cut the steak into 1-inch cubes and pat dry.
- In a bowl, zest and juice the lemon, then mince the garlic and add them to the bowl.
- Pour in the broth and tamari, then add spices; whisk until the sauce is smooth and set aside.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a thin layer of oil to coat the bottom.
- When the skillet is hot, add the steak pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked to your liking, about 3–4 minutes for medium. Transfer to a plate.
- Wash the zucchini, trim the ends, and slice into noodles using a julienne or regular peeler; squeeze out excess moisture with a towel.
- Pour the prepared sauce back into the skillet and simmer, whisking, until it reduces by about half, 3–4 minutes. Stir in butter until melted.
- Add the zucchini noodles and cook, stirring constantly, just until tender; remove with tongs and plate, leaving some sauce in the pan. Return the steak to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Two tips
- Prep the garlic and lemon ahead of time to speed up assembly. Store them together in the fridge for easy access.
- For a different texture, serve the dish with a quick drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of pepper or crushed red pepper over the noodles.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 581 kcal
- Protein
- 42 g
- Carbs
- 12 g
- Fat
- 42 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
- Sodium
- 114 mg
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