Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles (Print Version)
Juicy steak and noodles coated in a rich garlic butter sauce with Asian-inspired flavors, ready in just 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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12 oz ribeye or sirloin steak
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8 oz lo mein or fettuccine noodles
→ Sauce and Seasonings
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tsp sesame oil
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup reserved pasta water
→ Garnish
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
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1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Season steak with salt and black pepper; let rest at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
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Cook noodles according to package instructions; drain and reserve 1/4 cup pasta water.
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In a hot skillet, sear steak for 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Remove and let rest.
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In the same pan, reduce heat and melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Simmer for 1 minute. Add noodles to the sauce and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.
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Slice steak thinly against the grain. Arrange over noodles, garnish with herbs and red pepper flakes, and serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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Letting the steak rest before cooking ensures an even distribution of flavor.