New York Strip Steak with Smoked Paprika and Garlic

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Hearty New York strip steak infused with smoky paprika and garlic, finished with a quick pan sauce for a deeply savory, keto-friendly main course. This American-inspired beef recipe (keto), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs New York strip steak, Olive oil, Smoked paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 2 American cuisine 580 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 16 oz New York strip steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Place steaks in skillet and sear undisturbed for 4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Flip steaks and sear for 3 minutes for medium-well, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove steaks from skillet and set aside. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Step 6: Return steaks to skillet, add 2 tbsp butter, and baste for 2 minutes. Transfer steaks to plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

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