• ½ tablespoon avocado oil

• 2 pounds of steak, cut into small bite size pieces

• 2 teaspoons salt 

• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 

• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

• 2 tablespoons butter or ghee

• 6 cloves minced garlic 

• ¼ cup chopped parsley 

• green onion, for garnish

 

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1. Season the steak bites with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes and stir until well coated.

2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the avocado oil to the hot skillet and then add the steak in a single layer. Cook the steak bites for 3-4 minutes until brown, stirring occasionally. You may have to do this in batches depending on the size of your skillet. Once the steak is brown, remove it from the pan.

3. Remove any excess water from the skillet and then add the butter or ghee to the pan. Next add the garlic and saute for 1 minute.

4. Add the steak back to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes stirring to coat it in the butter sauce. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Garnish with green onion and serve immediately.

 

Nutritional information (7 servings per recipe)

261 calories | 27g protein | 15g fat | 1g carbs | 0g sugar | 7g saturated fat

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• Steak - $29.98

• Red pepper flakes - $2.00

• Butter - $8.49

• Garlic - $4.99

• Parsley - $1.99

• Green onion - $1.50

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TOTAL PRICE: $48.95

 

Price Rating
Total Cost: $48.95
Criteria: Over the $40 cap and on the expensive side.
Explanation: At around $7 per serving, this recipe is pricey. The cost is mostly driven by the steak, which is the most expensive ingredient. It’s still within reason for a high-protein dish but not the most budget-friendly for meal prepping.
Rating: 2.5

Ease of Cooking Rating
Directions Summary: Quick and simple process, mostly focused on searing and sautéing.
Explanation: The steps are fairly simple, requiring basic skills like sautéing garlic and cooking steak. The recipe could be a little tricky for beginners due to managing the cooking temperature for steak doneness, but it's generally straightforward.
Rating: 4.0

Meal Prep Usefulness Rating
Calories per Serving: 261
Cost per Serving: ~$7
Explanation: Not the most efficient for meal prep due to the cost per serving and lower calorie count for the price. It might not provide as much bulk as other recipes for a similar price, but the high protein makes it a decent choice for a post-workout meal.
Rating: 3.2

Macronutrient Rating
Per Serving: 27g protein | 1g carbs | 15g fat | 0g sugar | 7g saturated fat
Explanation: Very high in protein, with good fat content (albeit a bit high in saturated fat). Very low in carbs, making it a good option for a low-carb meal. The high fat content might be a drawback for those looking to control their fat intake.
Rating: 4.0

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