Ancho-Garlic Butter Steaks offer a tantalizing blend of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors that will elevate any barbecue to a gourmet experience.
This simple yet flavorful recipe promises tender, juicy steaks that will leave your guests asking for more. Perfect for summer cookouts, these steaks are sure to impress.
The rich, smoky flavor of the ancho chili powder blends seamlessly with the tangy lime and aromatic garlic, creating a butter that enhances the natural juiciness of the steaks.
Servings: 8
Equipment
- Grill
- Grater
- small bowl
- Brush
- Tongs
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 1 lime
- 2 Tbs. butter room temperature
- 2 tsp. chopped cilantro
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ tsp. ancho chili powder
- 4 bone-in-beef strip steaks
- 2 Tbs. olive oil
- 2 Tbs. dry Montreal steak seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high for direct-heat cooking.
- In a small bowl, grate ½ teaspoon of lime zest and squeeze out 1 teaspoon of lime juice.
- Add butter, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and ancho chili powder to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Brush both sides of the steaks with oil.
- Sprinkle the steaks evenly with steak seasoning.
- Place the steaks on the grill.
- Cook the steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side, flipping once, until they reach medium-rare or your preferred doneness.
- Remove the steaks from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
- Brush the steaks with the prepared ancho-garlic butter mixture.
- Let the steaks rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
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Tips & Tricks
- Choosing the Right Steak: Opt for well-marbled cuts like ribeye or New York strip for the best flavor and tenderness.
- Resting the Steaks: Letting the steaks rest for 3-5 minutes after grilling helps the juices redistribute, resulting in a more succulent bite.
- Butter Variation: For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the butter mixture.
- Grill Marks: For perfect grill marks, avoid moving the steaks too much once placed on the grill.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve the steaks with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad to complete the meal.
- Leftovers: Store any leftover steaks in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can be reheated gently in a skillet or enjoyed cold in a salad.