Garlic Herb Steak with Broccolini (Printable)
Succulent herb-crusted steak with lemon-zested broccolini for a sophisticated yet simple meal.
# List of ingredients:
→ For the Steak
01 - 2 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks (8 oz each), 1-inch thick
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 3 garlic cloves, smashed
05 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
06 - 2 sprigs fresh thyme
07 - Kosher salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ For the Roasted Broccolini
09 - 1 bunch broccolini (8 oz), trimmed
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 1 lemon (zest and wedges)
# Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - On a baking sheet, toss broccolini with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer. Roast for 15-18 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy. Remove from oven, zest the lemon over the broccolini, and toss.
03 - While broccolini roasts, pat steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until just smoking. Add steaks and sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes on the first side.
05 - Flip steaks. Add butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the pan. Tilt the pan and, using a spoon, baste steaks with the melted butter and aromatics for another 2-3 minutes, or until desired doneness (125°F for medium-rare).
06 - Transfer steaks to a plate, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes.
07 - Serve steaks with roasted broccolini and lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The basting technique transforms ordinary butter into an aromatic sauce that clings to every bite
- Roasted broccolini with lemon brightens the richness of the steak without competing for attention
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- A ripping hot pan matters more than expensive meat, so let your skillet get properly smoking before adding the steaks
- Resting is not optional, those five minutes determine whether the juices stay in the steak or run across your plate
03 -
- Substitute broccolini with thin asparagus or green beans depending on what looks freshest at the market
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the finished steak brightens the entire dish in ways salt cannot achieve alone