Garlic Butter Steak
A perfectly cooked ribeye steak topped with a rich garlic butter sauce, making it a comforting dish that excels in flavor and presentation.
Ingrédients
Steaks and Seasoning
- 2 pieces ribeye steaks Best cut for flavor and tenderness
- Salt to taste Enhances overall flavor
- Pepper to taste Enhances overall flavor
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Adds rich flavor
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter For cooking and flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the steak
Garnish
- to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Remove the ribeye steaks from the refrigerator and allow them to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Generously season both sides of the steaks with salt and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the seasoned steaks to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium-rare.
- In the last minute of cooking, add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet.
- Baste the steaks with melted garlic butter using a spoon.
Finishing Touches
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes.
- Slice the steaks against the grain, and serve garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
For added customization, incorporate fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary into the butter. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, aiming for 130-135°F for medium-rare.