Description
Mississippi Steak Bites deliver mouthwatering comfort straight from Southern kitchens, melding tender beef with rich, tangy flavors. These savory morsels promise a simple yet irresistible dinner solution you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasoning Mixes:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into chunks
- 6–8 pepperoncini peppers
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini juice
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gently place seasoned steak pieces into the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed across the bottom.
- Distribute ranch seasoning and au jus gravy mix thoroughly over the meat, creating a uniform coating that will enhance flavor development during cooking.
- Strategically place butter chunks across the seasoned meat to promote rich, velvety texture and depth of taste.
- Scatter pepperoncini peppers generously over the meat, then drizzle the tangy pepperoncini juice to infuse a zesty undertone throughout the dish.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and set temperature to low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, allowing meat to tenderize and absorb all seasoning nuances.
- Once cooking is complete, gently fold the meat to redistribute juices and ensure consistent flavor throughout the dish.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant garnish that adds visual appeal and subtle herbaceous notes.
- Present the steak bites alongside creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or crusty artisan bread to soak up the delectable cooking juices.
Notes
- Select chuck roast or sirloin for maximum tenderness and rich flavor in your steak bites.
- Drain excess liquid from pepperoncini jar to prevent overly watery sauce while maintaining zesty pepper taste.
- Avoid overcooking by checking meat’s internal temperature, aiming for medium-rare around 135°F for optimal juiciness.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives like homemade ranch and au jus seasoning mixes for dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg