Description

This Garlic Butter Steak Perfection recipe delivers a perfectly seared ribeye or New York strip steak infused with rich garlic butter and fresh herbs. The combination of a golden crust, juicy interior, and infused garlic butter baste results in a restaurant-quality steak that’s simple to make at home in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Steaks

2 ribeye or New York strip steaks, 1-inch thick
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil

Garlic Butter Sauce

3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, smashed
Fresh thyme or rosemary, optional

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Instructions

Prepare the Steaks: Let the steaks sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to ensure even cooking. Pat the steaks dry thoroughly with a paper towel. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides for enhanced flavor.
Sear the Steaks: Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it’s hot but not smoking. Carefully place the steaks in the skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, allowing a golden crust to form and cooking the steak to your preferred doneness.
Add Butter and Aromatics: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add unsalted butter, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh thyme or rosemary if desired. As the butter melts, tilt the skillet and use a spoon to baste the steaks continuously with the garlic and herb-infused butter for maximum flavor.
Rest the Steaks: Remove the steaks from the skillet and transfer them to a plate or cutting board. Let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring a juicy and tender steak.
Serve: Serve the steaks hot, spooning the garlic butter sauce from the pan over the top. Enjoy your perfectly cooked garlic butter steak!

Notes

Allowing the steak to come to room temperature before cooking yields a more evenly cooked steak.
Patting the steak dry is key for achieving a great sear.
Using a cast-iron skillet helps maintain high heat and distributes it evenly for the perfect crust.
Resting the steak after cooking is crucial to keeping it juicy.
Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary add aromatic depth but can be omitted if unavailable.