Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter in Just 20 Minutes

Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter in Just 20 Minutes

Quick and delicious pan-seared steak with garlic butter, ready in under 20 minutes!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 steaks

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Steak

2 lbs New York Strip Steaks Ribeye or Top Sirloin are great substitutes.

For Cooking and Seasoning

0.5 Tbsp Vegetable Oil Can also use Canola or extra light olive oil.
1.5 tsp Sea Salt Enhances the steak's natural flavors.
1 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground adds aromatic spice.

For the Flavor Infusion

2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter Provides richness and flavor.
2 cloves Garlic Peeled and quartered.
1 sprig Fresh Rosemary Can be swapped for fresh thyme if preferred.

Equipment

cast-iron skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat and season the steak by drying with paper towels and seasoning with sea salt and black pepper.
Heat a cast-iron pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes, then add vegetable oil.
Sear the seasoned steaks in the hot pan for about 4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.
Sear the edges of the steaks for about 1 minute each.
Add butter, garlic, and rosemary to the pan, then spoon the melted butter over the steaks for about 1 minute.
Remove steaks when they are 5-10 degrees below desired doneness.
Rest the steaks covered loosely with aluminum foil for 10 minutes.
Slice the steak against the grain and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 45gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Using a cast-iron skillet helps achieve a well-cooked steak with a crusty texture. Season generously and avoid overcrowding the pan for best results.

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