Pan Seared Butter-Basted Steak is a cooking method used to cook steak in a skillet on the stovetop. The steak is first seared in a hot pan to create a flavorful crust, then basted with butter and other seasonings while cooking.
Pat and dry the steak to remove excess moisture, ensuring a better sear. Then, generously season it with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to slightly smoke. An iron skillet works best for this.
Carefully add the steaks to the hot skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Flip them every 2 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 135°F (medium rare) or 145°F (medium).
Enhance the flavor and moisture by adding 2 tablespoons of butter and two cloves of crushed garlic to the skillet. Spoon the melted butter mixture over each side of the steaks while they cook, resulting in a delicious browned exterior.
For a tender and juicy steak, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.