Garlic Butter Steak & Fries

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This dish features juicy seared steaks enhanced by a rich garlic and herb butter, paired perfectly with crispy oven-baked fries. The preparation involves seasoning steaks with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then searing to medium-rare. Fresh garlic, parsley, thyme, and lemon juice combine in the butter to add bold flavor. Russet potatoes are tossed with oil and seasoning, then baked on a wire rack until golden and crisp. Resting the steaks with garlic butter ensures a juicy, flavorful finish. Ideal for a hearty, gluten-free main course.

Updated on Mon, 10 Nov 2025 15:37:00 GMT
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A classic steakhouse favorite featuring perfectly seared steak topped with rich garlic-herb butter, served with crisp golden fries.

This classic steakhouse meal always impresses my family when I make it for weekend dinners.

Ingredients

  • Steak: 4 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 225 g / 8 oz each) room temperature, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1½ tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Garlic Butter: 100 g (7 tbsp) unsalted butter softened, 3 cloves garlic finely minced, 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp lemon juice, ½ tsp salt
  • Fries: 800 g (1¾ lbs) russet potatoes peeled and cut into fries, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.
Step 2:
Toss the 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.
Step 3:
While fries cook, mix butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Chill for 10 minutes.
Step 4:
Pat steaks dry. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Step 5:
Heat a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat. Sear steaks 2 3 minutes per side for medium rare or to desired doneness.
Step 6:
Transfer steaks to a plate, top with a generous spoonful of garlic butter, and rest 5 minutes.
Step 7:
Serve steaks with fries and extra garlic butter on the side.
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Rich garlic butter melting over juicy steak, served alongside golden crispy fries. | quickcrav.com

My family always gathers around the table excited to eat this hearty and satisfying meal together.

Notes

Pair with a bold red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec. Use a heavy skillet or cast iron pan for best searing results.

Required Tools

Heavy skillet or cast iron pan, baking sheet with wire rack, mixing bowls, knife and cutting board, tongs.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 690 calories, 44 g total fat, 32 g carbohydrates, 40 g protein.

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Enjoy this classic steakhouse meal with loved ones for a comforting and delicious experience.

Recipe Q&A

How do I get the fries extra crispy?

Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before baking, then dry thoroughly. This removes excess starch for crisper fries.

What’s the best steak cut for this dish?

Ribeye or sirloin steaks work well due to their balance of tenderness and flavor. Strip steak or filet mignon can also be used.

Can I prepare the garlic butter ahead of time?

Yes, mixing the butter with garlic, herbs, and lemon juice ahead allows flavors to meld. Chill until ready to serve.

How should steaks be cooked for best results?

Heat a heavy skillet over high heat and sear steaks for 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for preferred doneness.

Is this dish gluten-free?

The dish is gluten-free if fries are prepared without flour and avoiding cross-contamination in oil and surfaces.

Garlic Butter Steak & Fries

Tender garlic butter steak served alongside golden, crispy fries for a satisfying meal.

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Preparation time
20 min
Cooking time
30 min
Total time
50 min


Difficulty Medium

Origin American

Yield 4 Servings

Dietary specifications Gluten-free

Ingredients

Steak

01 4 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks, about 8 oz each, room temperature
02 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
04 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Garlic Butter

01 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
02 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
04 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
05 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 ½ teaspoon salt

Fries

01 1¾ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
02 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
03 ½ teaspoon salt
04 ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 01

Prepare oven and baking rack: Preheat oven to 425°F. Position a wire rack over a baking sheet.

Step 02

Season and bake fries: Toss potato fries with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the rack. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden and crisp.

Step 03

Mix garlic butter: Combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Chill in refrigerator for 10 minutes.

Step 04

Prepare steaks: Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Rub each steak evenly with olive oil, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 05

Sear steaks: Heat a heavy skillet, preferably cast iron, over high heat. Sear steaks for 2 to 3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or cook to desired doneness.

Step 06

Rest and serve: Transfer steaks to a plate, top each with a generous spoonful of garlic butter. Let rest for 5 minutes. Serve steaks alongside fries with extra garlic butter as desired.

Required equipment

  • Heavy skillet or cast iron pan
  • Baking sheet with wire rack
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Tongs

Allergen information

Review each ingredient to identify potential allergens and seek advice from a healthcare professional if uncertain.
  • Contains dairy from butter.
  • Fries are gluten-free if prepared without flour and cross-contamination is avoided.
  • Verify ingredient labels if serving individuals with allergies.

Nutritional values (per serving)

These details are offered as a general guide only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Calories: 690
  • Fat: 44 g
  • Carbs: 32 g
  • Protein: 40 g