Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter and Herbs
Ribeye steaks seared to perfection with a fragrant garlic butter sauce and fresh herbs, served with simple roasted asparagus. This american-inspired keto ready in about 25 minutes pairs inch thick (8 oz each) ribeye steaks, olive oil, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2, 1-inch thick (8 oz each) ribeye steaks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh, chopped parsley
- 1 tsp fresh leaves thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 12 spears, trimmed asparagus
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat steaks dry and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add steaks and sear undisturbed for 3 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear 3 more minutes for medium-rare. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp butter, minced garlic, 1 tbsp parsley, and 1 tsp thyme to the skillet. Spoon mixture over steaks for 1 minute, then serve immediately with roasted asparagus.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter and Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Steak with Garlic Butter and Herbs?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter and Herbs?
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 Steak with Garlic Butter and Herbs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Steak with Garlic Butter and Herbs?
American keto 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
- ★★★★★
A quick and delicious keto meal. The herbs added just the right touch. Will make again.
- ★★★★★
This steak was perfectly cooked and the garlic butter sauce was divine! My family loved it for our Sunday dinner.
- ★★★★☆
This recipe made a perfect keto meal. The garlic butter was a hit with my wife.
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