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Best Garlic Butter Steak

Best Garlic Butter Steak

A quick, healthy, and flavorful steak recipe that's ready in minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

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
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

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Small Bowl
  • Plate
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

  1. 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)
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
    1 tablespoon olive oil
  3. 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)
  4. 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
  5. 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)
  6. Top each steak with a generous dollop of garlic butter.
    2 (6-8 ounce) steaks (Ribeye, New York Strip, or Sirloin)
  7. 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)
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!