Description
Master the art of Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce, featuring perfectly seared tender steak paired with a luscious, velvety garlic cream sauce. This elegant yet simple recipe delivers rich flavors, guaranteed juiciness, and comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon steak (about 8–12 oz)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Searing and Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion or 2 shallots, minced (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), chopped
- Additional salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparing Your Steak: Bring your steak to room temperature by taking it out of the fridge about 30 minutes prior to cooking. Pat the steak dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides to enhance its natural flavors.
- Searing the Steak: Heat a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and wait until it’s shimmering hot. Place the steak in the pan and sear without moving for about 3-4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, to develop a caramelized crust that locks in juices.
- Resting the Steak: Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest on a warm plate for at least 5-7 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute within the meat, ensuring maximum tenderness and juiciness.
- Making the Creamy Garlic Sauce: Reduce the pan heat to medium and add butter. Sauté the minced garlic (and shallots if using) until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly, and let it simmer gently until the sauce thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and freshly chopped herbs to taste.
- Bringing It All Together: Place the rested steak back into the pan with the sauce just long enough to warm it through and coat it with the creamy garlic sauce. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Bring steak to room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking.
- Use a hot pan for proper searing to lock in juices.
- Cook steaks one or two at a time to avoid overcrowding and maintain heat.
- Rest steak after cooking for juicy, tender results.
- Use fresh minced garlic, not powder, for vibrant flavor.
- Simmer sauce gently, avoid boiling to keep it silky smooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg