Description
A rich and flavorful Butter Basted Steak that combines the searing heat of the skillet with the luxurious essence of butter, resulting in a tender and succulent meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 high-quality cut of steak (ribeye or filet mignon)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Choose your steak: Start with a room-temperature steak, letting it rest outside the fridge for about 30 minutes.
- Season generously: Salt and pepper both sides liberally.
- Heat the skillet: In a heavy-bottomed skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over high heat until it shimmers.
- Sear the steak: Place the steak in the skillet and sear for 4–5 minutes without moving it.
- Add butter and aromatics: Add butter, garlic, and herbs to the skillet, tilting the pan to spoon melted butter over the steak.
- Baste: Continue basting for another 4–5 minutes until it reaches your desired doneness (135°F for medium-rare).
- Rest the steak: Remove from the skillet and let it rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Slice and serve: Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
For a lighter touch, consider using ghee instead of butter. Don’t skip the resting step—it’s crucial for keeping the steak juicy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Basting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: steak, butter basting, easy recipes, family favorite