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Garlic Butter Steak & Fries

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This dish features tender steaks seared to perfection, brushed with a flavorful garlic and herb butter. The accompanying fries, baked until golden and crisp, provide a satisfying contrast. The garlic butter blends softened butter, fresh garlic, parsley, thyme, and lemon juice for a rich finishing touch. Cooking times ensure perfect medium-rare steaks and crisp fries, making this an ideal main for any meal.

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Updated on Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:25:00 GMT
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A classic steakhouse favorite featuring perfectly seared steak topped with rich garlic-herb butter, served with crisp golden fries.

I first made this meal for a Sunday family dinner, and the aroma of sizzling steak and melting garlic butter instantly brought everyone to the kitchen. Even our picky eaters could not resist grabbing a fry before dinner started.

Ingredients

  • Steak: 4 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 225 g (8 oz) each), room temperature, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1½ tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Garlic Butter: 100 g (7 tbsp) unsalted butter (softened), 3 cloves garlic (finely minced), 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped), 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp lemon juice, ½ tsp salt
  • Fries: 800 g (1¾ lbs) russet potatoes (peeled and cut into fries), 3 tbsp vegetable oil, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Prep Fries:
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Place a wire rack over a baking sheet. Toss potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on rack in a single layer. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
Mix Garlic Butter:
While fries cook, mix butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Chill for 10 minutes.
Prepare Steak:
Pat steaks dry. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Sear Steak:
Heat a heavy skillet over high heat. Sear steaks 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to desired doneness.
Rest & Serve:
Transfer steaks to a plate, top with a generous spoonful of garlic butter, and rest 5 minutes. Serve steaks with fries and extra garlic butter on the side.
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This recipe became a quick favorite because it gets everyone excited for dinner. My kids love helping spread the garlic butter, and the meal is totally doable for a weeknight treat.

Required Tools

Heavy skillet or cast iron pan, baking sheet with wire rack, mixing bowls, knife and cutting board, tongs

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (butter). Fries are gluten-free if surfaces and oil are clean. Always verify labels for allergens.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 690, Total Fat: 44 g, Carbohydrates: 32 g, Protein: 40 g

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Recipe Help & FAQs

→ What cut of steak works best for this dish?

Boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks offer great flavor and tenderness, but strip steak or filet mignon can also be used.

→ How can I get extra crispy fries?

Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes, then thoroughly dry before baking to achieve extra crispiness.

→ How is the garlic butter made?

Mix softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, fresh thyme, lemon juice, and salt, then chill before using.

→ What is the best way to cook the steak?

Heat a heavy skillet over high heat and sear steaks 2–3 minutes per side to reach medium-rare, adjusting for preferred doneness.

→ Can this dish be gluten-free?

Yes, if the fries are baked without flour and prepared without cross-contamination, the dish is gluten-free.

Garlic Butter Steak & Fries

Seared steak enhanced with garlic butter, served alongside crisp, golden oven-baked fries.

Prep Time
20 mins
Time to Cook
30 mins
Overall Time
50 mins
Created by Suggestions Forever Hannah Lewis


Skill Level Medium

Cuisine American

Makes 4 Serving Count

Diet Details No Gluten

Ingredient List

Steak

01 4 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks, about 8 oz each, room temperature
02 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
04 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Garlic Butter

01 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
02 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
04 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
05 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 ½ teaspoon salt

Fries

01 1¾ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
02 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
03 ½ teaspoon salt
04 ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 01

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Rack: Preheat oven to 425°F. Position a wire rack on a baking sheet.

Step 02

Prepare and Bake Fries: Toss the cut potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, and black pepper. Arrange evenly on the wire rack and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until fries are golden and crisp.

Step 03

Make Garlic Herb Butter: Combine softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Mix well and chill in refrigerator for 10 minutes.

Step 04

Season Steaks: Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Rub both sides with olive oil, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 05

Sear Steaks: Heat a heavy skillet or cast iron pan over high heat. Sear steaks for 2 to 3 minutes per side to achieve medium-rare doneness, or cook to your preferred level.

Step 06

Rest and Top Steaks: Transfer steaks to a plate and immediately top each with a generous spoonful of the garlic herb butter. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 07

Serve: Plate the steaks alongside the golden fries, serving extra garlic butter on the side if desired.

Needed Equipment

  • Heavy skillet or cast iron pan
  • Baking sheet with wire rack
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Tongs

Allergy Notice

Review each ingredient to check for allergens. Ask a healthcare specialist if you're unsure.
  • Contains dairy (butter).
  • Gluten-free if fries prepared without cross-contamination.

Nutrition Info (per serving)

Details shown are for reference. Always check with your healthcare provider for advice.
  • Calories: 690
  • Fats: 44 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Proteins: 40 g