Description
Cajun Butter Steak is a culinary delight that brings together the rich, juicy flavor of perfectly cooked steak with a decadent, spicy butter sauce. This dish transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary experience, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy date night at home. With its bold Cajun spices and aromatic garlic, this steak is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavor that will transport your taste buds straight to Louisiana.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak (1-inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Allow the steak to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Rub Cajun seasoning generously on both sides of the steak.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat; add 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side until reaching desired doneness (medium-rare: 135°F).
- In another saucepan, melt the remaining butter over low heat; add garlic, herbs, and lemon juice until fragrant.
- Plate the steak and drizzle with the Cajun butter sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (170g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg