Effortless Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Delight – Easy Steak Dinner
Make Effortless Garlic Butter Steak & Zucchini Delight for a quick and flavorful meal. Juicy steak bites and tender zucchini tossed in rich garlic butter—perfect for an easy dinner.
Equipment
- Sharp knife & cutting board
- Large skillet or cast-iron pan
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) steak (sirloin, ribeye, or tenderloin), cut into cubes
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds or spears
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- ½ tsp paprika
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional extras: grated Parmesan, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes
Instructions
- Prep Steak: Cut steak into bite‑sized cubes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Sear Steak: Heat olive oil in a cast‑iron skillet over high heat. Add steak cubes and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Make Garlic Butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic to the skillet, cooking until fragrant. Stir in parsley and lemon juice.
- Cook Zucchini: Add zucchini to the skillet. Sauté until tender but still crisp, about 3–4 minutes.
- Combine: Return steak to the pan. Toss everything together in the garlic butter until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with extra parsley or Parmesan. Serve immediately with sides of choice.
Notes
- Use cast‑iron skillet for the best sear.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook steak in batches if needed.
- Rest steak briefly before serving to keep it juicy.
- Add zucchini last to avoid mushiness.
- Make ahead: Garlic butter can be prepped in advance for faster cooking.
- Variations: Swap proteins (chicken, shrimp, tofu), add veggies (squash, peppers), or spice it up with chili butter.