Description
Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles is a sumptuous dish that brings together the rich flavors of tender steak and the aromatic allure of garlic butter, all enveloped in perfectly cooked noodles. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick yet indulgent recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at your next gathering. The harmonious blend of savory notes and satisfying textures makes it an unforgettable culinary experience that anyone can create with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ribeye or sirloin steak
- 8 oz lo mein or fettuccine noodles
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season the steak with salt and black pepper. Let it rest at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
- Cook noodles according to package instructions; drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
- In a hot skillet, sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side until cooked to your liking. Remove from heat and let rest.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil; simmer for 1 minute.
- Toss cooked noodles in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain and arrange over noodles. Garnish with fresh herbs and red pepper flakes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg