Pan-Seared Beef Steak with Garlic-Herb Butter

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Sear thick-cut ribeye steaks to a perfect medium-rare and finish with a fragrant garlic-herb butter for an elegant yet simple keto dinner. This american-inspired beef ready in about 27 minutes pairs (6 oz each) beef ribeye steaks, avocado oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 570 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 570 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add steaks and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or until internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C).
  4. Step 4: Remove steaks from skillet and rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Add remaining 1 tbsp avocado oil to skillet over medium heat, then stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Reduce heat to low, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme, stirring until butter melts and herbs are incorporated.
  7. Step 7: Pour garlic-herb butter over rested steaks and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Beef Steak with Garlic-Herb Butter take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 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 Pan-Seared Beef Steak with Garlic-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 avocado oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Beef Steak with Garlic-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 Pan-Seared Beef Steak with Garlic-Herb Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Pan-Seared Beef Steak with Garlic-Herb Butter?

American beef 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.

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