Save A classic steakhouse favorite featuring perfectly seared steak topped with rich garlic&herb butter, served with crisp golden fries.
I remember the first time I made this for my family—the aroma of sizzling steak and melting garlic butter filled the kitchen, making everyone eager for dinner. It instantly became a go-to for birthdays and celebrations.
Ingredients
- Ribeye or sirloin steaks: 4 boneless (about 225 g (8 oz) each), room temperature
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Kosher salt: 1½ tsp, divided
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1 tsp, divided
- Unsalted butter: 100 g (7 tbsp), softened
- Garlic: 3 cloves, finely minced
- Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp, chopped
- Fresh thyme leaves: 1 tsp
- Lemon juice: 1 tsp
- Salt (for butter): ½ tsp
- Russet potatoes: 800 g (1¾ lbs), peeled and cut into fries
- Vegetable oil: 3 tbsp
- Salt (for fries): ½ tsp
- Black pepper (for fries): ¼ tsp
Instructions
- Prep Fries:
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Season and Bake Fries:
- Toss potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the rack in a single layer. Bake for 30–35 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Make Garlic Butter:
- While fries cook, mix butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Chill for 10 minutes.
- Prep Steaks:
- Pat steaks dry. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Sear Steaks:
- Heat a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat. Sear steaks 2–3 minutes per side for medium–rare, or to desired doneness.
- Rest and Serve:
- Transfer steaks to a plate, top with a generous spoonful of garlic butter, and rest 5 minutes. Serve steaks with fries and extra garlic butter on the side.
Save This dish has become a cherished Sunday dinner in our home, with everyone pitched in—from seasoning the fries to swirling the butter. The smiles at the table always remind me why I love making it.
Required Tools
You will need a heavy skillet or cast iron pan, baking sheet with wire rack, mixing bowls, knife, cutting board, and tongs to create this recipe.
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (butter). Fries are gluten–free if precautions are taken—check oil and surfaces for cross–contamination if anyone is gluten sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has approximately 690 Calories, 44 g Total Fat, 32 g Carbohydrates, and 40 g Protein.
Save With this Steakhouse Garlic Butter Steak & Fries, every meal feels like a celebration. Serve hot and enjoy the compliments!
Recipe Guide
- → How do I achieve the perfect sear on the steak?
Use a heavy skillet over high heat and pat steaks dry before seasoning. Sear steaks 2–3 minutes each side for medium-rare.
- → What is the best way to make fries crispy without frying?
Toss cut potatoes with oil, salt, and pepper, then bake them on a wire rack at 220°C (425°F), turning halfway through baking.
- → Can I prepare the garlic butter in advance?
Yes, mixing the butter with garlic, herbs, and lemon juice ahead allows the flavors to meld; chill it for at least 10 minutes before serving.
- → What cuts of steak work best for this dish?
Boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks work well; alternatives like strip steak or filet mignon can also be used.
- → Is this meal suitable for gluten-free diets?
Yes, provided the fries are prepared without flour or cross-contamination, this dish is gluten-free friendly.