Garlic Butter Steak
Learn how to make perfect garlic butter steak in under 25 minutes. This ribeye recipe features a golden crust, aromatic garlic butter sauce, and expert cooking tips for medium-rare perfection.
Equipment
- paper towels
- cast iron skillet
- tongs
- cutting board
- knife
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ribeye steak about 1 inch thick
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Pat the steak completely dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Heat a heavy cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes until very hot, then add the olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom.
- Carefully place the steak in the hot skillet and cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until a deep brown crust forms on the bottom.
- Flip the steak using tongs and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium-rare, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the butter, minced garlic, and thyme to the skillet, tilting the pan to pool the butter.
- Spoon the garlic butter continuously over the steak for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and the steak is well coated.
- Remove the steak from the skillet, transfer to a cutting board, and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Slice the steak against the grain, drizzle with the pan butter sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Patting the steak dry is crucial for a good sear. Let the steak rest after cooking to keep it juicy.