There's nothing quite like a perfectly cooked pan-seared steak to elevate any meal. Whether you're aiming for a quick weeknight dinner or a gourmet steak dinner, this recipe is designed to deliver a juicy and flavorful steak in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 ribeye steaks (about 1-inch thick, approximately 1-1.5 lbs total)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Remove the steaks from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
Preheat your cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
Season both sides of the steaks generously with salt and black pepper.
Add the olive oil to the skillet, swirling it around to coat the bottom evenly.
Carefully place the steaks in the skillet. Sear each side for about 4-5 minutes.
After flipping the steaks, add the minced garlic and unsalted butter to the skillet.
Once the steaks reach your desired doneness, remove them from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.
Drizzle with any remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with fresh parsley before slicing and serving.
