Garlic Butter Steak Ultimate Recipe
This recipe guides you to create a restaurant-quality garlic butter steak at home. With simple steps and flavorful ingredients, you'll achieve a perfectly seared steak infused with an irresistible garlic butter sauce. Get ready for an unforgettable culinary experience!
Equipment
- Large skillet (preferably cast iron)
- Small saucepan
- Cutting board
- Meat thermometer
- Tongs
- Spoon
- Knife
- Paper towels
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Take the steaks out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking.
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron is ideal) over high heat until it's shimmering hot.
- Carefully place the steaks in the hot skillet. Don't overcrowd the pan – if necessary, cook them in batches.
- Sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired level of doneness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure accurate cooking. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F.
- While the steaks are searing, prepare the garlic butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Stir in the parsley, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- During the last minute of cooking, add the garlic butter to the skillet and spoon it over the steaks, basting them continuously.
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and transfer them to a cutting board. Let them rest for at least 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the steak against the grain and drizzle with any remaining garlic butter sauce from the skillet. Serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure your steak is cooked to your desired doneness. Letting the steak rest before slicing allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak. For added flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the garlic butter or topping the steak with crumbled blue cheese or goat cheese.