Cajun Butter Steak Bites

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

mild paprika

1 1/2 tsp

salt

1 1/2 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

onion powder

1 tsp

chili powder, (add more if you like heat)

3/4 tsp

dried thyme

1/2 tsp

dried oregano

1/2 tsp

brown sugar

1 tsp

cayenne pepper, (add more if you like heat)

1/4 tsp

cracked black pepper (to taste)

23 oz

steak, cut into 2-inch cubes ((Sirloin, Rump, New York Strip, Porterhouse or Ribeye))

1 tbsp

canola oil, (divided)

1/4 cup

butter

4 cloves

garlic (finely chopped)