Ingredients
Beef Marinade
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3 tsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tsp vinegar (balsamic recommended)
- 1 lb thin cut beef steak (sirloin recommended)
Cooking Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for cooking steaks)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (or half milk and half heavy whipping cream)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sauce)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 head broccoli
- 1/4 tsp red crushed peppers (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Beef: In a Ziploc bag, combine baking soda, cornstarch, water, and vinegar. Add the beef steaks and ensure they are fully coated with the marinade. Let the steaks sit at room temperature for 30-35 minutes to tenderize. After marinating, remove steaks and pat dry with paper towels.
- Cook the Broccoli: Bring 1/4 cup water to a boil in a small pot. Add the broccoli and cook for 3-8 minutes until it reaches your desired tenderness. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat the Skillet: Heat a nonstick or cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Add 1-2 tablespoons of butter depending on whether you cook the steaks all at once or in batches.
- Cook the Beef Steaks: Coat the skillet evenly with melted butter by twirling the pan. Add the steaks without overcrowding to prevent steaming, and cook each side for 30-45 seconds without moving them to ensure a good sear. Remove cooked steaks, place in foil, and cover to keep warm. If cooking in batches, reserve some butter for the second batch.
- Make the Garlic Butter Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red crushed peppers (if using), cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the heavy whipping cream, scraping up browned bits from the pan for extra flavor.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked beef steaks and broccoli to the skillet. Toss everything gently to coat with the garlic butter cream sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, ideally alongside mashed or baked potatoes.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with milk or a milk alternative.
- Adjust red crushed pepper quantity or omit for less spiciness.
- Cutting beef into smaller pieces before marinating can help it absorb flavors faster.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet while searing steaks to achieve a proper crust and avoid steaming.
- Leftover beef and broccoli can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
