Garlic Butter Steak

Achieve restaurant-quality garlic butter steak at home in just 30 minutes with simple ingredients and quick cooking methods. This dish combines rich steak flavors with garlic and buttery goodness.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Gourmet

Calories: 500

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 pieces Steak (ribeye, sirloin, filet mignon, or strip steak) Choose 1-inch thick cuts for best results.
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Allows control over the salt level.
3 cloves Fresh Garlic Smashed for best flavor infusion.
to taste Fresh Herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley) Optional but recommended for garnish.

Method

Preparation

Choose a steak with good marbling for the best flavor and tenderness. Aim for about 1-inch thick cuts.
Pat your steak dry with paper towels and generously season both sides with salt and pepper.

Cooking

Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-duty pan over high heat until scorching.
Add the seasoned steak to the hot skillet and let it sear without moving it for about 3-4 minutes.
Flip the steak and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Reduce heat to medium, add butter and smashed garlic cloves to the pan, and spoon the melted butter over the steak.
Check for desired doneness using a meat thermometer (about 130°F or 54°C for medium-rare). Remove from the pan and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Serving

Slice the steak against the grain, drizzle with reserved garlic butter, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve with sides like roasted vegetables or salad.

Notes

Bring steak to room temperature before cooking and do not overcrowd the pan if cooking multiple steaks. Always use a meat thermometer for best results.