Description
Garlic Butter Steak is a rich and flavorful dish featuring tender, juicy steak seared to perfection and topped with a savory garlic butter sauce. This restaurant-quality meal is quick to prepare, making it perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners. Serve it with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8-10 oz) ribeye or strip steaks (about 1-inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the steaks:
- Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Heat the skillet:
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the steaks:
- Place the steaks in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or adjust cooking time for desired doneness. Use tongs to sear the edges for 1-2 minutes to render the fat.
- Add the garlic butter:
- Lower the heat to medium. Add the butter, minced garlic, and thyme (if using) to the skillet. Tilt the skillet slightly and spoon the melted butter over the steaks repeatedly for about 1-2 minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Rest the steaks:
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and juicy steaks.
- Serve:
- Slice the steaks against the grain and drizzle with the garlic butter sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For best results, bring the steaks to room temperature 20-30 minutes before cooking.
- A meat thermometer is helpful to ensure perfect doneness:
- Rare: 120°F
- Medium-rare: 130°F
- Medium: 140°F
- Medium-well: 150°F
- Well-done: 160°F
- If you prefer, you can finish the steaks in a preheated oven at 400°F for 5-7 minutes after searing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American, Steakhouse