Description
This Authentic Garlic Butter Brazilian Steak recipe features perfectly seasoned sirloin steaks cooked to medium-rare and topped with a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce infused with fresh parsley. A simple yet indulgent dish that highlights Brazilian flavors and delivers tender, juicy steaks bursting with savory garlic goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 4 sirloin steaks (about 8 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons sea salt
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Bring Steaks to Room Temperature: Take the steaks out of the refrigerator and allow them to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes to ensure even cooking throughout.
- Season Steaks: Generously season both sides of each steak with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the natural flavors of the meat.
- Heat Skillet and Add Oil: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to get hot before adding the steaks.
- Cook Steaks: Once the oil is hot, place the steaks in the skillet. Cook for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, adjusting the time to achieve your preferred doneness level.
- Melt Butter: While steaks are cooking, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, preparing the base for the garlic butter sauce.
- Cook Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic which can cause bitterness.
- Add Parsley: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the finely chopped fresh parsley to infuse freshness and color into the garlic butter.
- Rest Steaks: Remove the cooked steaks from the skillet and allow them to rest on a cutting board for a few minutes; this helps redistribute juices for tender, juicy meat.
- Pour Garlic Butter: Generously pour the prepared garlic butter sauce over the rested steaks, allowing the meat to absorb the rich flavors.
- Serve: Serve the steaks whole or sliced, optionally garnished with any remaining garlic butter sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for extra aroma and presentation.
Notes
- Allowing steaks to rest after cooking is crucial for juicy and tender results.
- Adjust cooking time based on steak thickness and preferred doneness.
- Use fresh garlic for best flavor; avoid pre-minced garlic to prevent bitterness.
- Fresh parsley adds brightness, but Italian parsley can be substituted if needed.
- If desired, serve with Brazilian side dishes such as rice, black beans, or farofa for an authentic meal.
