Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles (Print Format)
Savory steak meets silky noodles in a luscious garlic butter sauce for a truly comforting, quick meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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Ribeye or sirloin steak, trimmed and patted dry
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Egg noodles, cooked until al dente
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Unsalted butter
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Fresh garlic cloves, minced
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Salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Additions
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Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
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Lemon juice to brighten flavors
# Steps:
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Pat the steak completely dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and black pepper. Let it rest at room temperature for 15–20 minutes to ensure even cooking.
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Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over high heat until very hot. Add a small amount of oil and place the steak in the pan without overcrowding. Sear for 3–4 minutes on each side without moving to develop a golden crust.
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Remove the steak from the skillet and transfer it to a cutting board. Cover loosely with foil and let it rest for 5–7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
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Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the unsalted butter and let it melt. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Avoid browning.
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Add the cooked egg noodles to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce. Toss gently to coat all noodles evenly while absorbing the flavors.
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After resting, slice the steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
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Return the sliced steak to the skillet with the noodles, incorporating any juices from the cutting board. Toss gently to combine.
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Transfer the steak and noodles to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Tips:
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Allowing the steak to rest after cooking ensures maximum juiciness and tenderness.
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Cooking noodles slightly under al dente prevents a mushy texture during the final toss in the sauce.
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Using fresh garlic rather than pre-minced enhances the overall aroma and flavor of the dish.