Description
Butter Steak is a culinary delight that transforms an ordinary meal into an extraordinary experience. This rich, flavorful dish features high-quality ribeye steaks, perfectly seared and bathed in creamy unsalted butter, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs. Each bite offers a tender, juicy texture complemented by the buttery richness, making it ideal for special occasions or an indulgent weeknight dinner. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can create a gourmet meal that impresses everyone at the table. Elevate your dining experience with this mouthwatering Butter Steak recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye steaks (1 inch thick)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (crushed)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Allow steaks to reach room temperature for 30 minutes; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the steaks for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Reduce heat; add butter, garlic, and herbs to the pan, basting the steaks with melted butter for about 2-3 minutes.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness (130°F/54°C for medium-rare); remove from heat and let rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ribeye steak (approximately 8 oz / 227g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 140mg