Hunter's Leveling Steak with Herb Butter
Perfectly seared steak with a herb-infused butter sauce, designed for optimal flavor and tenderness. Paired with garlic-roasted asparagus for a balanced meal. This beef-inspired grilling ready in about 22 minutes pairs ribeye steak, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz ribeye steak
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup asparagus
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until shimmering and just smoking.
- Step 3: Add steak and sear undisturbed for 3 minutes until deep brown crust forms on the bottom.
- Step 4: Flip steak and cook for 4 minutes more for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 130°F.
- Step 5: While steak rests, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 6: Stir in 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves and 1/2 cup chopped asparagus, cooking for 4 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and bright green.
- Step 7: Slice steak against the grain and drizzle with the garlic-thyme butter sauce before serving with asparagus.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hunter's Leveling Steak with Herb Butter take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Hunter's Leveling Steak with Herb Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ribeye steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hunter's Leveling Steak with Herb Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Hunter's Leveling Steak with Herb Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Hunter's Leveling Steak with Herb Butter?
Beef grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 12-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
