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Sizzling Garlic Butter Brazilian Steak in a cast iron skillet with fresh parsley
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Garlic Butter Brazilian Steak

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Picanha or top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch thick steaks
  • 2 tbsp coarse sea salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  • Remove steak from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to reach room temperature.
  • Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with coarse sea salt and black pepper on all sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until it reaches its smoke point.
  • Place steaks in the skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
  • Flip the steaks and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add butter, minced garlic, and parsley to the pan.
  • Tilt the pan and use a large spoon to baste the steaks continuously with the foaming garlic butter for 2 minutes.
  • Remove steaks from the skillet when internal temperature reaches 130 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare.
  • Transfer steaks to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.