Blackened Cajun Steak Bites Fries (Printable Version)

Spicy steak bites and golden fries come together for a delicious, satisfying and easy crowd-pleaser.

# What You'll Need:

→ Steak Bites

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

→ Fries

13 - 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
14 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
15 - 1 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
02 - In a mixing bowl, toss potato fries with vegetable oil, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Arrange fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until fries are crisp and golden.
03 - Pat steak cubes thoroughly dry using paper towels. In a separate bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Add steak cubes and toss well to coat evenly.
04 - 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 for 1 to 2 minutes per side until deeply browned and cooked to desired doneness.
05 - Add unsalted butter to the skillet and gently toss steak bites until evenly coated and glossy. Remove skillet from heat and top steak bites with chopped fresh parsley.
06 - Plate steak bites alongside hot, crispy fries and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Packed with bold Cajun flavor and spice
  • Quick and easy meal ready in less than an hour
02 -
  • Verify Cajun seasoning and fries ingredients for gluten if serving gluten-free
  • Contains dairy due to butter; substitute with plant-based butter if needed
03 -
  • For extra heat, add cayenne pepper to the Cajun seasoning
  • Substitute sweet potatoes for a unique fry side
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