Forget complicated dinners! Tonight, treat yourself to Best Garlic Butter Steak, a recipe so quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor. As a busy parent, I understand the struggle of wanting a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. This recipe is the answer – steakhouse quality on your dinner table in minutes. Your family (and your taste buds) will thank you!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
My grandmother always said, "The best meals are made with love and simple ingredients." This recipe reminds me of her, a woman who could turn any humble cut of meat into a feast. She taught me that the secret to great cooking isn't always complexity; it's about embracing simple, high-quality components and letting them shine. She always used garlic and butter generously, and I carry that tradition on with Best Garlic Butter Steak.
Ingredients
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For the Steak:
- 2 (6-8 ounce) steaks (Ribeye, New York Strip, or Sirloin)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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For the Garlic Butter:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add steaks to the hot skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
- While steaks are searing, prepare the garlic butter. In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), and lemon juice.
- Once steaks are cooked to your liking, remove them from the skillet and place them on a plate.
- Top each steak with a generous dollop of garlic butter.
- Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Best Garlic Butter Steak
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 (6-8 ounce) steaks (Ribeye, New York Strip, or Sirloin)
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.1 tablespoon olive oil
- Add steaks to the hot skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.2 (6-8 ounce) steaks (Ribeye, New York Strip, or Sirloin)
- While steaks are searing, prepare the garlic butter. In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), and lemon juice.4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Once steaks are cooked to your liking, remove them from the skillet and place them on a plate.2 (6-8 ounce) steaks (Ribeye, New York Strip, or Sirloin)
- Top each steak with a generous dollop of garlic butter.2 (6-8 ounce) steaks (Ribeye, New York Strip, or Sirloin)
- Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.2 (6-8 ounce) steaks (Ribeye, New York Strip, or Sirloin)
- Serve immediately and enjoy!