Description
Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles is a fast, indulgent dish combining seared steak, rich garlic butter, and perfectly cooked noodles. It’s bold, umami-packed, and ideal for weeknight comfort or a fancy-feeling dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 oz ribeye or sirloin steak
- 8 oz lo mein or fettuccine noodles
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Season steak with salt and pepper; let rest at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
- Cook noodles according to package instructions; drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
- In a hot skillet, sear steak for 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Remove and let rest.
- In the same pan, reduce heat and melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 1 minute.
- Add noodles to the sauce; toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
- Slice steak thinly against the grain. Arrange over noodles.
- Garnish with herbs and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes