Description
This Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce recipe delivers perfectly seared sirloin or ribeye steaks topped with a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dinner combines simple ingredients like garlic, cream, and fresh herbs to create a flavorful, restaurant-quality meal at home. The steaks are pan-seared to your preferred doneness and complemented by a luscious sauce simmered in the same skillet, ensuring maximum flavor with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Steak
- 4 beef steaks (sirloin or ribeye)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup beef or chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steaks generously with salt and black pepper on both sides to enhance their flavor before cooking.
- Sear the Steaks: Place the steaks in the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or adjust timing according to your preferred level of doneness. Once cooked, remove the steaks and let them rest to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring a juicy bite.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: Using the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned to release their aroma without bitterness.
- Simmer the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and beef or chicken stock, stirring well to combine. Add Dijon mustard, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Let the sauce gently simmer for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Combine Steaks and Sauce: Return the rested steaks to the skillet, spooning the creamy garlic sauce over them. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to warm the steaks through and meld flavors.
- Serve: Plate the steaks topped with the creamy garlic sauce and garnish generously with freshly chopped parsley to add a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- For an even richer sauce, you can add a splash of white wine before adding the cream.
- Allowing the steaks to rest after cooking is crucial to keep them tender and juicy.
- Use fresh minced garlic for the best flavor; avoid pre-minced garlic as it can be less vibrant.
- Adjust seasoning in the sauce to your taste, especially if using salted stock.
- Sauté the garlic just until fragrant to avoid a bitter taste in the sauce.
