Save A classic steakhouse favorite featuring perfectly seared steak topped with rich garlic&herb butter, served with crisp golden fries.
Every time I make this steakhouse steak & fries dinner at home, the aroma of sizzling garlic butter fills my kitchen and takes me straight to my favorite local steakhouse. It&s a staple recipe for special occasions or a cozy weekend treat.
Ingredients
- Steak: 4 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 225 g (8 oz) each), room temperature
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Kosher salt: 1 1/2 tsp
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1 tsp
- Unsalted butter: 100 g (7 tbsp), softened
- Garlic: 3 cloves, finely minced
- Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp, chopped
- Fresh thyme leaves: 1 tsp
- Lemon juice: 1 tsp
- Salt (for butter): 1/2 tsp
- Russet potatoes: 800 g (1 3/4 lbs), peeled and cut into fries
- Vegetable oil: 3 tbsp
- Salt (for fries): 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper (for fries): 1/4 tsp
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Fries:
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.
- Bake the Fries:
- Toss potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the rack in a single layer. Bake for 30–35 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Make Garlic Butter:
- While fries cook, mix butter, garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Chill for 10 minutes.
- Prep the Steaks:
- Pat steaks dry. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the Steaks:
- Heat a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron) over high heat. Sear steaks 2–3 minutes per side for medium&rare, or to desired doneness.
- Rest & Butter:
- Transfer steaks to a plate, top with a generous spoonful of garlic butter, and rest 5 minutes.
- Serve:
- Serve steaks with fries and extra garlic butter on the side.
Save This meal is a family favorite for birthdays and anniversaries, always bringing everyone together at the dinner table for an unforgettable homemade treat.
Required Tools
You&ll need a heavy skillet or cast iron pan, baking sheet with wire rack, mixing bowls, tongs, and a knife with cutting board to prepare this steakhouse experience at home.
Allergen & Dietary Information
This dish contains dairy from the butter. Fries are gluten&free if no cross&contamination occurs—check oil and surfaces carefully if you are serving those with allergies. Always verify labels.
Serving Suggestions
Pair your garlic butter steak and fries with a bold red wine (like Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec) and a green salad for a well&rounded meal.
Save Serve immediately while everything is piping hot—the contrast of juicy steak and crisp fries is unbeatable every time.
Cooking Guide
- → How do I make the garlic butter?
Mix softened unsalted butter with finely minced garlic, chopped parsley, fresh thyme leaves, lemon juice, and salt. Chill for 10 minutes before using.
- → What’s the best method to cook the fries for maximum crispiness?
Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes, dry thoroughly, then toss with oil and seasoning before baking on a wire rack at 425°F until golden.
- → How can I ensure the steak is cooked medium-rare?
Sear steaks in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side, then rest with garlic butter to maintain juiciness and desired doneness.
- → Can I substitute the steak cut?
Yes, ribeye can be swapped with strip steak or filet mignon depending on preference without affecting flavor much.
- → Is this dish suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Yes, as long as fries are prepared without flour or cross-contamination; verify cooking oil and surfaces accordingly.
- → What tools are recommended for preparing this dish?
Use a heavy skillet or cast iron pan for searing, a baking sheet with a wire rack for fries, and standard kitchen tools like knives and mixing bowls.