Best Garlic Butter Sirloin Steak with Pan-Fried Asparagus
This Sirloin Steak recipe is pan-seared to lock in the juices, then smothered with garlic butter infused with fresh herbs. The meat is incredibly tender, juicy, and ready in under 10 minutes. It's the perfect recipe for a quick weeknight dinner with pan-fried asparagus.
Remove the sirloin steaks from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking. Pat each steak dry with a clean paper towel. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Heat a cast-iron skillet on medium-high heat and pour the olive oil.
Sear the steaks for 2 minutes on each side, then reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking for 2-3 more minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium doneness.
Make the garlic butter: In a bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, black pepper, and salt.
Top each steak with a dollop of garlic butter, and remove from the heat.
Allow the steaks to cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with more fresh herbs and serve with pan-roasted asparagus.
Cook asparagus spears for 8-10 minutes in the same pan on medium heat.
Garnish the steaks with additional fresh herbs if desired and serve alongside the pan-roasted asparagus.
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Notes
Room Temperature Meat: Starting with steaks at room temperature ensures even cooking.
Dry Surface for Searing: Patting the steak dry helps achieve a perfect sear.
Don't Overcrowd the Pan: Cook in batches if necessary to ensure each steak has enough space.
Resting the Steak: Letting the steak rest after cooking allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist and flavorful steak.
Using Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs in the garlic butter make a significant difference in flavor.