Sizzling Cowboy Butter Steak Recipe
Craving a deliciously satisfying steak that’s elevated with rich flavors? Our Sizzling Cowboy Butter Steak Recipe is just what you need! Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish combines juicy, perfectly seared steak with a mouthwatering cowboy butter infused with garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs. In just about 30 minutes, you can whip up this quick yet gourmet meal that appeals to everyone at the table. Whether it’s a family dinner or a special occasion, this recipe transforms a classic steak into an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick of butter (mostly melted)
- 4 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1/2 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Steak cut of your choice (e.g., ribeye or sirloin)
- Avocado oil for searing
- Fresh herbs: chives and parsley
Instructions
- Let your steak reach room temperature while patting it dry; season generously with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot; add avocado oil.
- Sear the seasoned steak in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- During the last minute of cooking, add cowboy butter ingredients (butter, garlic, herbs) to the skillet; spoon over steak while cooking.
- Check doneness (aim for 130°F); let steak rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Mix softened butter with remaining cowboy butter ingredients until creamy; top steak with the mixture before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 120mg