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
- Let the steak reach room temperature, then pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot.
- Add avocado oil to the skillet and place the steak in when it sizzles.
- Flip the steak and add butter, garlic, and herbs, spooning the melted butter over the steak.
- Aim for medium-rare at 130°F with a meat thermometer.
- Let the steak rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Mix softened butter with parsley, green onions, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, zest, and spices until creamy.
- Slice the steak against the grain and top with a dollop of cowboy butter.
Notes
For best flavor, use a good quality steak and ensure your skillet is hot enough for a great sear.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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