Description
Discover this flavorful grilled Denver steak recipe—tender, marbled beef finished with a zesty herb butter. Perfect for steak night!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak:
- 4 Denver steaks (6–8 oz each), well-marbled
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped (optional)
For the Herb Butter:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Zest of ½ lemon
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley, finishing salt
Instructions
- Prep the Steaks: Let steaks come to room temperature for 30–40 minutes. Pat dry thoroughly.
- Season: Rub with olive oil and season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and optional herbs.
- Make the Butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, garlic, and lemon zest. Chill until needed.
- Sear or Grill: Heat a cast iron skillet or grill to high. Add steaks and cook 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare (130–135°F).
- Rest: Remove steaks and tent with foil. Let rest 5–10 minutes.
- Slice and Serve: Slice thinly against the grain. Top with herb butter and optional garnish.
Notes
- Substitute flat iron or ribeye cap if Denver steak isn’t available.
- Avoid over-marinating—this cut shines with simple seasoning.
- Store leftovers tightly wrapped for up to 3 days; reheat gently in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 100mg