Juicy Pan Seared Beef Steak with Carrots & Potatoes | Easy One Pan Dinner Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining flavor.

beef steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork chop

Chicken breast is lower in calories and pork is often cheaper.

Season beef steak generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add the seasoned steak to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes without moving it.

Flip the steak and add butter, garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the pan.

Baste the steak with the melted butter and herbs for 2-3 minutes.

Check the internal temperature; for medium-rare, aim for 130-135°F.

Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.

Slice against the grain and serve with pan juices.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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