Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly seared, mouth-wateringly juicy steak that rivals the best steakhouse in town - right from your own kitchen! This copycat Texas Roadhouse steak recipe is about to transform your home cooking game, delivering restaurant-quality flavor with professional-level techniques that will have your family and friends begging for your culinary secrets.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Remove steaks from refrigerator 30-45 minutes before cooking to allow them to reach room temperature, which ensures even cooking.
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a perfect sear.
- Mix garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create a seasoning blend.
- Generously season both sides of the steaks with the spice mixture, pressing the seasoning gently into the meat.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over high heat until it becomes extremely hot and starts to slightly smoke.
- Add olive oil to the hot skillet, swirling to coat the bottom of the pan evenly.
- Carefully place steaks in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded to promote proper searing.
- Cook steaks for 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving, creating a deep golden-brown crust.
- Flip steaks and add butter to the pan, basting the steaks with the melted butter for additional flavor.
- Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, or adjust cooking time based on desired doneness.
- Remove steaks from skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Optional: Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always let your steaks come to room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and perfect doneness.
- Dry Matters: Use paper towels to thoroughly pat your steaks dry. Moisture is the enemy of a perfect golden-brown crust.
- High Heat is Your Friend: A screaming hot cast-iron skillet is crucial for achieving that restaurant-style sear with a crispy exterior.
- Don't Overcrowd: Give your steaks breathing room in the pan to prevent steaming and ensure proper caramelization.
- Basting is Flavor Magic: The butter basting technique adds incredible richness and helps create a beautiful, glossy exterior.
- Resting is Crucial: Always let your steak rest after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 600kcal
Carbohydrates: 0g
Protein: 48g
Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 125mg
