Description
A perfectly grilled steak topped with rich, herb-infused cowboy butter, this Cowboy Butter Steak: Perfectly Juicy Grilled Perfection is a delicious low-carb meal that will elevate your steak game with bold flavors, tender meat, and a golden-brown sear.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Juice of half a lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 ribeye or strip steaks (1½–2 inches thick)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (for seasoning)
- 2 tablespoons high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, or canola)
Instructions
- Allow butter to soften at room temperature for 30-45 minutes. Mince garlic, chop herbs, and zest lemon.
- In a medium bowl or food processor, combine softened butter with garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in parsley, chives, thyme, rosemary, red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly incorporated. Shape butter into a log using parchment paper or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Remove steaks from the fridge 45-60 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature. Pat dry with paper towels and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
- Preheat your cooking surface. If using a cast iron skillet, heat in the oven at 500°F (260°C) for 10 minutes. If grilling, prepare your grill for high direct heat (450-500°F).
- Heat oil in your preheated skillet over high heat. Once hot, sear the steaks for 2-3 minutes per side until a deep golden-brown crust forms. Flip steaks and transfer the skillet back to the oven if using, or move steaks to indirect heat if grilling. Cook for another 2-7 minutes depending on desired doneness, using a thermometer to check internal temperature.
- Remove steaks from heat when 5°F below desired temperature and immediately place a ½-inch thick slice of chilled cowboy butter on top of each steak. Let the steaks rest for 5-10 minutes, allowing the butter to melt into the steak.
- Slice the steak against the grain and serve with any remaining melted butter from the plate, garnished with fresh herbs or a drizzle of sugar-free ketchup if desired.
Notes
- For the perfect sear, ensure your skillet or grill is very hot before placing the steak.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to monitor doneness for the best results.
- Allow the steak to rest before cutting to ensure the juices redistribute and the meat remains tender.
- Double the cowboy butter and freeze extra portions for future use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (6 oz)
- Calories: 490-550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 38-42g
- Saturated Fat: 18-20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2-3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 35-40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg