Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Garlic Butter Brazilian Steak, a dish designed to impress while being incredibly easy to prepare. In just 15 minutes, you can savor juicy skirt steak drizzled with a rich garlic butter sauce that elevates each bite. This quick yet gourmet meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ensuring everyone at the table enjoys a restaurant-quality experience right at home. Pair it with fresh vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a well-rounded meal that highlights the steak’s tender, succulent qualities.
Ingredients
- 6 medium cloves garlic
- 1.5 lb skirt steak (trimmed and cut into 4 pieces)
- 2 oz unsalted butter
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic by peeling, smashing, and mincing it with a pinch of salt.
- Season the skirt steak generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Heat canola oil in a heavy-duty skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the steak for about 2-3 minutes on each side for medium rare, then let it rest.
- In a small skillet over low heat, melt unsalted butter and gently cook the minced garlic until golden.
- Slice the rested steak, drizzle with garlic butter, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of steak (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 487 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 96 mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary into your garlic butter. You can substitute skirt steak with flank or ribeye for different textures.