Here’s a simple, restaurant-style T-bone steak recipe using your ingredients:
🥩 Pan-Seared T-Bone Steak with Garlic Butter
Ingredients:
- 1 large T-bone steak (1–1.5 inches thick)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions:
1. Bring the steak to room temperature
Take the steak out of the fridge 20–30 minutes before cooking. This helps it cook evenly.
2. Season well
Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
3. Heat the pan
Place a heavy skillet (cast iron is best) over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it get hot until shimmering.
4. Sear the steak
Place the steak in the pan. Cook without moving it for:
- About 4–5 minutes on the first side (for a good crust)
Flip and cook the other side for another 3–5 minutes.
5. Add butter and garlic
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the butter and smashed garlic to the pan.
Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted butter over the steak repeatedly (basting) for about 1–2 minutes. This adds flavor and richness.
6. Check doneness
- Rare: 120–125°F (49–52°C)
- Medium-rare: 130–135°F (54–57°C)
- Medium: 135–145°F (57–63°C)
7. Rest the steak
Remove from the pan and let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. This keeps it juicy.
Tips:
- Don’t overcrowd the pan.
- Avoid moving the steak too much while searing.
- Use a meat thermometer for best accuracy.
If you want, I can also give you a grilled version or a steakhouse-style sauce to go with it.