Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs skirt steak
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 6 tsp garlic, minced
- 6 tbsp butter
- ½ cup chopped parsley
Instructions
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Prepare the Steak:
- Cut steak to fit into your skillet. This ensures even cooking and allows the steak to sear properly.
- Pat dry and season with salt, and pepper on both sides. This removes excess moisture, allowing the steak to sear properly and develop a flavorful crust.
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Sear the Steak:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until very hot. This creates a hot surface for searing the steak, ensuring a flavorful crust and proper cooking.
- Add the steak and brown both sides for about 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or cook until desired doneness. This ensures a flavorful crust and proper cooking, resulting in a tender and juicy steak.
- Note: To check the doneness of the steak, use a meat thermometer. For medium-rare, the internal temperature should reach 130-135°F (54-57°C). This ensures the steak is cooked to your desired level of doneness. Place steaks on a plate and let rest. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
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Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In another skillet, melt butter over low heat. This prevents the butter from burning and ensures a smooth, even sauce.
- Add in the minced garlic. With a spatula, stir garlic around until it starts to brown. This releases the garlic’s aromatic oils, creating a fragrant and flavorful sauce.
- Remove it from heat and transfer it to a bowl immediately. This prevents the garlic from overcooking and burning, ensuring a flavorful sauce. Careful not to overcook it will burn fast.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Slice steak against the grain. This ensures a more tender bite, as skirt steak has long muscle fibers.
- Pour over garlic butter. This coats the steak with the flavorful sauce, enhancing its taste and texture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. This adds freshness and visual appeal, creating a beautiful and delicious dish.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer for accurate doneness.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet while searing.
- Keep garlic butter on low heat to prevent burning.
- Slice steak against the grain for tenderness.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop, Searing
- Cuisine: Brazilian, American