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Overhead view of sliced medium-rare ribeye steak in cast iron skillet with creamy garlic butter sauce and parsley garnish

5 Secrets to Cooking the Perfect Garlic Butter Steak

  • Author: Jassmin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

Garlic Butter Steak is a juicy, tender ribeye seared in a hot cast iron pan and basted with rich garlic butter, then finished with a silky Parmesan cream sauce. This easy gourmet steak dinner delivers steakhouse flavor with simple techniques perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ribeye steaks (about 1 inch thick)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, lightly crushed
  • ½ cup beef stock
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Remove steaks from refrigerator 20 to 30 minutes before cooking. Pat dry thoroughly and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a cast iron pan over medium high heat until very hot. Add olive oil.
  3. Place steaks in the pan and sear undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms.
  4. Reduce heat slightly and add butter and crushed garlic cloves.
  5. Tilt the pan and continuously spoon melted garlic butter over the steaks for 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Cook until internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium rare.
  7. Transfer steaks to a plate and rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  8. Deglaze the pan with beef stock, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  9. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes.
  10. Add Parmesan cheese and whisk until smooth and creamy. Add cornstarch slurry if thicker sauce is desired.
  11. Slice steak against the grain and spoon creamy garlic sauce over the top.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results use a meat thermometer and avoid overcooking. Always rest steak before slicing to retain juices. Keep heat moderate when making the cream sauce to prevent splitting. Substitute sirloin or strip steak if ribeye is unavailable.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
  • Calories: 720
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 55g
  • Saturated Fat: 26g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 24g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 48g
  • Cholesterol: 185mg

Keywords: garlic butter steak, garlic butter ribeye, butter basted steak, creamy garlic steak sauce, steakhouse style steak recipe

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