Garlic Butter Pan Fried Steak
A quick and easy method to prepare succulent steak with a rich garlic butter sauce—perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves (crushed)
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary, optional)
Instructions
- Let the steaks sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Season both sides of the steaks with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the steaks. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- During the last minute of cooking, add butter and crushed garlic to the pan.
- Baste the steaks with the melted garlic butter using a spoon.
- Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Consider serving with creamy mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, or garlic bread.