Homemade Pan-Seared Steak in Herb Butter Sauce
The aroma of savory herbs and sizzling butter hitting a hot cast iron skillet is the ultimate dinner signal that a restaurant-quality meal is just minutes away. This Pan-Seared Steak in Butter Sauce is my go-to when I want an indulgent, high-protein dinner that feels sophisticated yet takes very little effort.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs steak Ribeye or NY Strip, sliced into 1-inch strips
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil high-heat
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Pat the steak strips completely dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt and black pepper.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet (ideally cast iron) over high heat until just starting to smoke. Add steak in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes without moving until a deep-brown crust forms.
- Flip: Turn the steak strips over. Reduce heat to medium-high.
- Baste: Add the butter, smashed garlic, and fresh herb sprigs to the skillet. Once the butter is foaming, use a spoon to pour the melted herb butter over the steak repeatedly for 2–3 minutes.
- Finish: Stir in the red pepper flakes. Remove from heat when the steak reaches your desired doneness.
- Rest: Transfer the steak to a plate and pour the remaining butter sauce over it. Let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges for a bright finish.