Garlic Butter Steak

Here’s a simple, safe, and tasty Garlic Butter Steak recipe you can make at home 🧄🥩
(No alcohol, no fancy equipment.)

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Garlic Butter Steak

Ingredients

• 1 steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip work well)

• Salt and pepper

• 1–2 tablespoons butter

• 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)

• Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or thyme

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Instructions

1. Bring steak to room temp

   • Let it sit out for about 15–20 minutes (this helps it cook evenly).

2. Season

   • Pat the steak dry with a paper towel.

   • Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper.

3. Cook the steak

   • Heat a pan over medium-high heat.

   • Add a small amount of oil.

   • Cook steak about 3–4 minutes per side (depends on thickness).

4. Make the garlic butter

   • Lower heat to medium.

   • Add butter and garlic to the pan.

   • Spoon the melted garlic butter over the steak for about 30–60 seconds.

5. Rest the steak

   • Remove from pan and let it rest 5 minutes before cutting.

6. Serve

   • Spoon extra garlic butter on top.

   • Sprinkle herbs if using.

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Easy Side Ideas

• Mashed or roasted potatoes

• Steamed broccoli or green beans

• Simple salad

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Tips

• Don’t burn the garlic—add it near the end.

• Resting the steak keeps it juicy.

• Always use adult help if working with a hot pan.

If you want, I can give you:

• A grill version

• A healthier garlic butter swap

• Or tips for cooking steak without a thermometer