Garlic Butter Steak & Fries

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This dish features seared boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks cooked to medium-rare, topped with a flavorful garlic butter blend of fresh herbs and lemon juice. Accompanied by oven-baked russet potato fries seasoned and crisped to perfection, it delivers a balance of rich, savory, and fresh tastes. Simple preparation steps include searing the steaks in a heavy skillet, baking fries on a wire rack for optimum crunch, and resting the meat to maximize juiciness. Ideal for a satisfying main course with gluten-free options when fries are prepared carefully.

Updated on Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:05:00 GMT
Juicy Steakhouse Garlic Butter Steak & Fries, seared to perfection beside a pile of golden, crispy fries. Save to Pinterest
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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 for a birthday dinner and it felt just like dining out&the aroma of garlic butter made everyone excited for steak night.

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

Prepare fries:
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Place a wire rack over a baking sheet. Toss the 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.
Season steak:
Pat steaks dry. Rub with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Sear steak:
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 steaks:
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.
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When we make this together, everyone wants to help with the garlic butter—it instantly fills the kitchen with delicious smells.

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 no cross contamination&always check ingredient labels if serving to those with allergies.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

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

A mouthwatering plate of Steakhouse Garlic Butter Steak & Fries, with melting garlic butter glistening over the steak. Save to Pinterest
A mouthwatering plate of Steakhouse Garlic Butter Steak & Fries, with melting garlic butter glistening over the steak. | lovelyserena.com

This steakhouse favorite is simple yet impressive&the garlic butter makes every bite rich and memorable.

Ask About This Recipe

What cut of steak works best for this dish?

Boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks are ideal for their tenderness and flavor.

How can I achieve crispy fries without frying?

Baking the fries on a wire rack at high heat allows hot air circulation, producing a crisp texture.

What herbs complement the garlic butter topping?

Fresh parsley and thyme bring bright, aromatic notes to the rich garlic butter.

How long should the steak rest after cooking?

Allow the steak to rest for about 5 minutes to retain juices and enhance tenderness.

Can this dish be prepared gluten-free?

Yes, ensuring fries are baked without cross-contamination and using gluten-free oil makes it suitable.

Garlic Butter Steak & Fries

Savor tender seared steak finished with garlic butter alongside crispy golden fries.

Prep Duration
20 minutes
Cook Duration
30 minutes
Overall Time
50 minutes
Created by Serena Moore


Skill Level Medium

Cuisine American

Makes 4 Portions

Dietary Details Wheat-Free

What You Need

Steak

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

Garlic Butter

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

Fries

01 1¾ lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
02 3 tbsp vegetable oil
03 ½ tsp salt
04 ¼ tsp black pepper

How To Make It

Step 01

Preheat Oven and Prepare Rack: Preheat oven to 425°F. Place a wire rack over a baking sheet.

Step 02

Season and Bake Fries: Toss potatoes with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange fries in a single layer on the wire rack. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, turning halfway until golden and crisp.

Step 03

Prepare Garlic Butter: Combine softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Chill for 10 minutes.

Step 04

Season Steaks: Pat steaks dry. Rub all 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 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare or until desired doneness.

Step 06

Rest and Garnish Steaks: Transfer steaks to a plate. Top each with a generous spoonful of garlic butter and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 07

Serve: Plate steaks alongside fries and serve with additional garlic butter if desired.

Tools You'll Need

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

Allergy Details

Review ingredients for allergens and speak to your healthcare provider if you have concerns.
  • Contains dairy from butter
  • Check for gluten-free condition in fries to avoid cross-contamination

Nutrition per Portion

Details are for reference and aren't a substitute for expert medical guidance.
  • Energy: 690
  • Lipids: 44 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Proteins: 40 g