Description
A mouthwatering and simple steak recipe featuring rich cowboy butter infused with garlic and herbs, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick of butter, mostly melted
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 lemon for zest and 1 tablespoon of juice
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne or red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes or cayenne powder
- 1 tablespoon of chives or green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, minced
- Salt and pepper, adjusted to taste
- Optional: rosemary sprig and smashed garlic for cast iron preparation
Instructions
- Begin by letting the steak reach room temperature. Pat it dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot for a perfect sear and a beautiful crust.
- Add avocado oil to the skillet, place your steak in, and listen for the sizzle!
- After flipping, add European butter, minced garlic, and herbs. Continuously spoon the melted butter over the steak.
- Aim for medium-rare at 130°F with a meat thermometer and feel a slight springiness.
- Let it rest for at least 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
- Mix softened butter with parsley, green onions, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, zest, and spices. Whisk until creamy.
- Slice the steak against the grain and top with a dollop of cowboy butter. Watch it melt into the meat, enhancing flavor with every bite.
Notes
For best results use high-quality cuts like ribeye or sirloin, and adjust seasonings to your taste. Consider variations like using olive oil for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg