Description
A quick and flavorful recipe combining tender garlic butter steak strips with savory noodles, perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal. The garlic butter sauce enhances the rich flavors of the steak and soy sauce, while fresh parsley adds brightness and a touch of color.
Ingredients
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Steak and Noodles
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into thin strips
- 8 oz noodles (spaghetti or egg noodles)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce and Garnish
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to keep warm.
- Season the Steak: While the noodles are cooking, pat the steak strips dry and season them evenly with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, melt 2 tablespoons of the unsalted butter in the skillet, allowing it to coat the pan evenly.
- Cook the Steak: Add the seasoned steak strips into the skillet. Cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the steak is browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter along with the minced garlic. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
- Combine Noodles and Sauce: Add the cooked noodles to the skillet with the garlic butter. Pour in the soy sauce and toss everything together thoroughly, allowing the noodles to absorb the savory flavors.
- Reintroduce the Steak: Return the cooked steak strips to the skillet and mix them with the noodles. Continue cooking for another 2 minutes to heat through evenly. Taste and season with additional salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if you prefer some heat.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the noodles and steak to serving plates. Garnish generously with the chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately while hot for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use sirloin or ribeye steak for the best balance of tenderness and flavor.
- Substitute soy sauce with tamari for a gluten-free option.
- Red pepper flakes are optional but add a nice spicy kick.
- Egg noodles give a richer texture, while spaghetti keeps it classic.
- Cook noodles just until al dente to prevent mushiness after tossing with sauce.
- Leftover steak can be used, but fresh-cooked steak will yield the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: garlic butter steak, steak noodles, quick dinner, garlic noodles, easy steak recipe, soy sauce steak, weeknight meal
