A complete recipe for pan-seared steak cooked in garlic butter, served with crispy potatoes, and topped with a bright, fresh herb sauce.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:35 min
Total Time:55 min
Yield:2 servings
Category:Dinner
Method:Pan Searing and Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
2 (10-ounce) ribeye steaks, about 1.5 inches thick
1 pound small Yukon Gold potatoes
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, smashed
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Herb Sauce:
1 cup fresh parsley, packed
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, packed
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
1 small clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare the potatoes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Boil the potatoes in salted water until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain them well. Place the boiled potatoes on a baking sheet, lightly smash each one with the bottom of a glass, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Prepare the herb sauce: Combine parsley, cilantro, oregano, red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 small garlic clove, red pepper flakes, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until the sauce is finely chopped but still has texture. Set aside.
Prepare the steak: Pat the steaks dry thoroughly and season generously on all sides with salt and pepper.
Sear the steak: Heat a heavy, oven-safe skillet (cast iron works best) over medium-high heat until very hot. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sear the steaks for 3 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms.
Make the garlic butter: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the 4 tablespoons of butter, smashed garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the skillet. As the butter melts, tilt the pan and use a spoon to continuously baste the melting garlic butter over the steaks for 1 to 2 minutes.
Finish the steak: For medium-rare (130°F internal temperature), continue basting for about 2 more minutes. For medium (135°F), cook slightly longer. Remove the steaks from the pan and place them on a cutting board. Let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve: Slice the steak against the grain. Serve immediately alongside the crispy potatoes and spoon the fresh herb sauce over the steak and potatoes.
Notes
For different doneness levels, use a meat thermometer: Rare is 125°F, Medium is 140°F, and Medium-Well is 150°F.
If you prefer sirloin or filet mignon, adjust the searing time based on thickness. Thicker cuts may require finishing in the oven after the initial sear.
If you do not have fresh rosemary or thyme, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried herbs during the basting stage.