Keto-Friendly Herb Butter Chuck Eye Steak
Succulent, perfectly seasoned, and keto-approved, this Herb Butter Chuck Eye Steak is a carnivore's delight. A simple yet flavorful herb butter complements the rich, beefy taste of the chuck eye, ensuring a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Small bowl
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Meat thermometer
Ingredients
Chuck Eye Steaks
- 2 Chuck Eye Steaks approximately 1-inch thick, or 1.5 lbs / 680g total
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt 5g
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper 2g
- 2 tbsp olive oil 30ml
Herb Butter
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter softened, 60ml or 57g
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped, 15ml or 3.8g
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary finely chopped, 5ml or 1g
- 1 tsp fresh thyme finely chopped, 5ml or 0.8g
- 1 clove garlic minced, 3g
- ½ lemon zest of
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Start by allowing the steaks to rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. This ensures more even cooking.
- While the steaks are resting, prepare the herb butter by combining the softened butter, parsley, rosemary, thyme, minced garlic, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated. Add salt to taste.
- Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat. While the skillet is heating, season both sides of each steak with sea salt and black pepper.
- Once the skillet is hot, add the olive oil, followed by the steaks. Sear the steaks for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or longer for your desired level of doneness. Use a meat thermometer to check for your preferred temperature.
- When the steaks are cooked to your liking, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. This rest period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Top each steak with a generous dollop of the prepared herb butter just before serving, allowing it to melt over the warm steak.
Notes
Chuck eye steak is often referred to as the "poor man's ribeye" and offers a similar flavor and texture at a more affordable price.
For the best results, use grass-fed and organic beef if available.
The internal temperature for medium-rare steak is about 135°F (57°C), but adjust according to your preferred doneness.
Leftover herb butter can be stored in the refrigerator and used to enhance the flavor of vegetables, fish, or chicken.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 35g | Net Carbs: 1g