New York Strip Steaks with Tarragon Melting Sauce

Elevate your steak-night dinner with these irresistibly juicy New York Strip Steaks paired with a luscious Tarragon Melting Sauce. Perfectly seared in a cast-iron skillet for a golden, caramelized crust, these tender steaks are then topped with a heavenly compound butter infused with fresh tarragon, minced garlic, zesty lemon, and a hint of smoky paprika. As the butter melts over the warm meat, it creates a rich, herbaceous sauce that complements every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality dish is ideal for date nights, celebrations, or whenever you're in the mood to impress. Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete gourmet experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (8-10 oz each) New York strip steaks
• 2 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup (1 stick), softened Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh tarragon leaves
• 1 clove, finely minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground paprika

Directions

Step 1

Step 1: Remove the steaks from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Step 2: Season both sides of the steaks evenly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

Step 3: In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, tarragon, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and paprika until well combined. Spoon the mixture onto a piece of parchment or plastic wrap, shape it into a small log, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm.

Step 4

Step 4: Heat a large cast iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it heat until shimmering.

Step 5

Step 5: Place the steaks in the skillet and cook without moving them for 4-5 minutes, allowing a golden crust to form. Flip the steaks and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium-rare, or adjust the time to your preferred level of doneness.

Step 6

Step 6: Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board, loosely covered with foil, for 5-7 minutes to retain their juices.

Step 7

Step 7: Slice the chilled tarragon butter into rounds and place one or two slices on top of each steak just before serving. The butter will melt into a luxurious sauce over the warm meat.

Step 8

Step 8: Serve the steaks hot with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1123.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3236.4

Total Fat 255.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 109.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 736mg	0%
Sodium 1574.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 231.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 122.3mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 2475.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.8%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 0.7%