Pan Seared Steak with Garlic Butter (Print Version)
Master the art of juicy pan seared steak with garlic butter using this step-by-step guide for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
1.5-inch thick steak (ribeye, New York strip, or filet mignon)
02 -
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 -
4 cloves garlic, minced
04 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasonings & Spices
05 -
Salt
06 -
Freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish & Toppings
07 -
Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs
08 -
Lemon juice
→ Optional Extras
09 -
Balsamic glaze
# Instructions:
01 -
Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
02 -
Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Don't move it around too much!
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and garlic, swirling constantly to baste the steak until melted and fragrant.
04 -
Remove steak and let it rest on a cutting board for 5-7 minutes before slicing. This is crucial for juicy steak!
05 -
Add thyme/rosemary to the pan and squeeze in lemon juice. Spoon the sauce over the sliced steak.
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Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious pan-seared steak!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the steak.
02 -
Store steak and sauce separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
03 -
Dried thyme can be substituted for fresh, use about half the amount.
04 -
Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Heavy-bottomed skillet
02 -
meat thermometer
03 -
cutting board
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 500 calories
Total Fat: 35 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 5 grams
Protein: 40 grams