Garlic Butter Steak
A quick and comforting garlic butter steak recipe that brings family together with its rich flavors and easy preparation.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1.5 lbs steak (ribeye, sirloin, or strip) Choose a cut with some fat marbling for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Avoid overheating to prevent burning.
- 4 tablespoons butter Unsalted butter is preferable.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Garlic adds richness and depth of flavor.
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional) Adds a fresh touch before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Take your steak out of the fridge and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Pat the steak dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Season the steak evenly on both sides.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over high heat until sizzling hot.
- Carefully place the steak into the skillet and sear for a few minutes on each side to develop a golden crust.
- Reduce heat to medium, add butter and let it melt. Add minced garlic.
- Spoon the garlicky butter sauce over the steak for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Check for doneness using a meat thermometer: 125°F for medium-rare, 135°F for medium, 145°F for medium-well.
Final Touches
- Remove from heat, squeeze lemon juice over the steak, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let the steak rest for a couple of minutes.
Notes
Don't rush the searing process. Thinner cuts may require adjusted cooking times. Feel free to try different herbs and spices.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 47gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mg
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