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A perfectly cooked thick-cut beef steak with a golden-brown crust, topped with a glossy, velvety butter sauce. The steak sits on a white ceramic plate with sprigs of fresh herbs, a side of crispy roasted vegetables, and garnished with cracked black pepper. The background features a rustic wooden table and soft natural lighting, emphasizing the textures and juicy interior of the steak.

Juicy Pan-Seared Steak with Rich Butter Sauce

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A flavorful pan-seared steak finished with a buttery, aromatic sauce, served with your favorite sides for a perfect main course.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 ribeye steaks, 1 inch thick
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Fresh thyme sprigs

Instructions

  1. Season steaks generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Place steaks in the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until desired doneness.
  4. Reduce heat to low, add butter, garlic, and thyme to the skillet.
  5. Baste the steak with melted butter and aromatics for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Remove steaks and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, spooning additional butter sauce over the top.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness: 130°F for medium-rare.
  • Allow steaks to rest to retain juices.
  • Feel free to swap thyme for rosemary for a different flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Pan-frying, Basting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak
  • Calories: 530 Kcal
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 42g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 21g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg