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Quick Juicy 20-Minute Steak with Garlic Butter

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A quick and easy recipe for a juicy, flavorful steak topped with garlic butter, ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks, about 8 oz (225 g) each, trimmed and at room temperature
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons (45 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously on both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and lemon juice until combined. Set aside.
  3. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Let the pan get smoking hot, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Place the steaks in the hot skillet and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
  5. Flip the steaks with tongs and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, adjusting time for thickness and preferred doneness.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low. Dollop the garlic butter over the steaks and spoon it repeatedly over the top while it melts. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  7. Transfer the steaks to a plate or cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  8. Slice against the grain and spoon any remaining garlic butter from the pan over the top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat steaks dry before seasoning to get a better crust. Use a smoking-hot skillet for the best sear. Rest steak for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy. Add garlic butter near the end to prevent burning. For thicker steaks, finish in a 400°F oven for 3-5 minutes after searing.

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