Description
Succulent Cajun butter steak delivers a spicy southern dance of flavors that ignites dinner tables across Louisiana. Robust spices and melting butter create a rich, bold experience hungry diners will savor with pure culinary passion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (0.45 kg) ribeye steak
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
Cooking Fats and Aromatics:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish:
- Fresh herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the steak by allowing it to reach ambient temperature over 30 minutes, ensuring even cooking and optimal flavor absorption.
- Thoroughly blot the meat surface with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which promotes superior caramelization.
- Generously coat the steak with Cajun seasoning, salt, and cracked black pepper, pressing the spices into the meat for robust flavor penetration.
- Heat a cast iron skillet to medium-high temperature (approximately 425°F), adding olive oil until it develops a slight shimmer and appears glossy.
- Carefully position the seasoned steak into the hot skillet, allowing it to sear undisturbed for 4-5 minutes to develop a rich, golden-brown crust.
- Flip the steak and continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes, maintaining consistent heat for even internal temperature.
- During the final cooking moments, introduce cold butter and minced garlic to the skillet, creating a fragrant, spice-infused sauce.
- Continuously spoon the melting Cajun butter over the steak, ensuring complete flavor coverage and moisture retention.
- Transfer the steak to a clean cutting board, allowing it to rest for 7-10 minutes, which helps redistribute internal juices and ensures tender meat.
- Slice the steak against the grain, drizzle with remaining Cajun butter, and serve immediately for maximum taste and temperature.
Notes
- Let the steak rest at room temperature to ensure even cooking and a tender texture.
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness without cutting into the steak, preserving its juicy interior.
- Customize the Cajun seasoning intensity by adjusting the amount to suit your spice preference.
- For a leaner option, choose a trimmed cut like sirloin or flank steak while maintaining the same flavorful cooking method.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg