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Ingredients
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Steak
Compound Butter
Method
Steak Preparation
- 1
Season the Steak
Pat the strip steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet or cast-iron pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 3
- 4
Compound Butter Preparation
- 5
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter until it is completely liquid.
- 6
Mix Ingredients
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped chives, lemon zest, and salt into the melted butter until well combined.
- 7
Form the Butter
Transfer the compound butter mixture onto a piece of parchment paper. Roll it into a log shape and twist the ends to seal. Refrigerate until firm.