Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Steak

Ingredients

• 2 steaks ribeye or sirloin steak
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or rosemary)(optional)
• 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth (or water)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the steak dry, then season both sides with salt and black pepper (about 10 minutes prep, including seasoning).

2. 2

   Heat a large skillet over high heat until very hot. Add olive oil, then sear steaks without moving them until well-browned, about 3–4 minutes per side (about 12 minutes total cook time).

3. 3

   Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, garlic, and thyme to the skillet. Spoon the garlic butter over the steaks for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Add beef broth to the pan and scrape up browned bits. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly reduced. Stir in lemon juice if using.

5. 5

   Transfer steaks to a plate and rest for 3 minutes. Spoon pan sauce over the steaks and serve.