Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick of butter, mostly melted
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 lemon for zest and 1 tablespoon of juice
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne or red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes or cayenne powder
- 1 tablespoon of chives or green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, minced
- Salt and pepper, adjusted to taste
- Optional: rosemary sprig and smashed garlic for the cast iron preparation
Instructions
- Start by letting the steak reach room temperature. Pat it dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until it is smoking hot.
- Add avocado oil to the skillet, place your steak in, and listen for the sizzle!
- After flipping the steak, add European butter, minced garlic, and herbs to the skillet.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the steak’s temperature, aiming for medium-rare at 130°F.
- Let the steak rest for at least 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with parsley, green onions, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, zest, and spices.
- Slice the steak against the grain and top it with a dollop of the cowboy butter.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking and ensure a perfect sear by having a hot skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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