72 Steak Recipes That'll Put Your Favorite Steakhouse To Shame
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On the hunt for meal that'll impress at dinner (but you're strapped for time)? Look no further than a steak dinner. We can all agree—there’s nothing more impressive than a perfectly cooked steak. They’re kind of the end-all-be-all of romantic date night options, and are pretty perfect for casual weeknight dinners too. While we do love the ambiance at our local steakhouse, we also like being able to cook up restaurant-level meals at home. (Bonus: You can get it just as rare or as well-done as you like it!) Feeling overwhelmed at all the cuts and cooking methods? Don't be! We've got all the tips and tricks to get you ready to grill a steak, pan-fry a steak, cook a steak in the oven, and more. These 72 easy (and wildly delicious) steak recipes, like creamy steak fettuccine, classic Philly cheesesteaks, and carne asada, are sure to satisfy even the hungriest carnivore.
First things first, whatever method you choose to cook your steak, you'll want it to get really, really hot. So crank it up! If you're cooking your steak on the stove or the grill, as soon as your meat makes contact with the surface, you should instantly hear that beautiful sizzle. That sound means you'll be getting a beautiful sear. Want to get really fancy? Try reverse searing your steak.
Not sure which cut of steak to grill? We've got a guide to all the kinds of steak every home cook should know, like filet mignon, ribeye, and flatiron steak. And if you didn't already know that air fryers are basically magic, once you try our air-fryer steak, you definitely will.
With all these steak recipes, you're going to need some worthy side dishes to finish your meal. Here's all our favorite sides for steak (that aren't just potatoes, although we do love those oh so much), and we bet you'll want to try them all. Still can't get enough? Try our favorite grilled steak recipes and best-ever healthy steak recipes too. Not a red meat fan? We got you—check out our favorite weeknight chicken or seafood dinners instead.
Picanha Steak
If you’ve ever wondered how to re-create a Brazilian-style steakhouse dinner at home, this is the recipe for you. We found that all you need is a hot grill, metal skewers, and kosher salt (or sea salt) to make this churrascaria-quality steak everyone will love.
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Steak With Bourbon Garlic Cream Sauce
Steak will always say “I love you,” but if you want to really jazz it up for your next date night, make this 12-ounce strip with a creamy bourbon garlic sauce. Seared until deeply browned, basted in garlicky butter, and served with a dreamy pan gravy, this steak is the perfect centerpiece for any special occasion dinner.
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Cowboy Butter Steak
Cowboy butter and a juicy ribeye are a match made in heaven, so it’s no wonder that this rich, smoky topping completely dominated social media lately. Not to be confused with our equally delicious cowboy steak, this recipe calls for searing a bone-in ribeye, then basting it with a zesty, smoky butter until the outside has a perfectly brown crust, and the inside is tender and medium-rare.
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Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
This cheesy pasta skillet, which combines tender skirt steak, sautéed peppers, onions, and mushrooms, and creamy provolone all in one pan, is something you'll find you can't resist. The real one-pan magic happens when the pasta is simmered in beef broth and half-and-half, soaking up all those rich flavors. Once the cavatappi reaches al dente perfection, the dish is finished with melty provolone, turning it into the ultimate savory skillet dinner.
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Instant Pot Pho
Ask any seasoned pho-fessional, and they'll tell you that making this Vietnamese beef bone-based soup will take you hours. If you want to try to recreate it without the same time investment, one of the best ways to do this is by using a pressure cooker!
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Mongolian Beef Ramen
Mongolian beef is a popular American-Chinese takeout dish made with thin slices of flank steak, accompanied by veggies, spiked with ginger, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and scallions. Tossed with another nostalgic favorite, ramen noodles, this is instant comfort in a skillet.
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Beef & Broccoli
A quintessential Chinese-American dish, beef and broccoli is a classic that graces the menu at almost every takeout spot across the country. In terms of popularity, it's right up there with orange chicken, and for very good reason: The combination of tender, seared beef and broccoli tossed in a garlicky, velvety sauce is practically impossible to resist.
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Flank Steak Marinade
Our simple marinade has just four ingredients and is the perfect way to prep flank steak for the grill. While acidic citrus juice and salty soy sauce act to both season and tenderize the steak, olive oil helps to keep the meat supple and juicy. A small amount of brown sugar brings out the meat's natural sweetness and helps to create a slightly caramelized crust once the steak hits the grill.
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Steak Kebab Bowls
Nothing screams summer quite like rainbow veggie kebabs dotted with succulent cubes of marinated steak, charred to perfection over the grill. We complete this dish by resting the kebabs over a bed of crunchy spinach and cucumber salad tossed in a garlicky tahini dressing, plus a pile of herby orzo, which is toasted until golden before being gently simmered in savory chicken stock.
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Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers
If you can't get enough of the classic Philly cheesesteak but are craving a low-carb version, this is the recipe for you. Filled with tender sirloin steak, mushrooms, onions, and two slices of cheese, these tender, soft peppers give a welcome veggie boost to the beloved sandwich's iconic flavors.
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Outback Steakhouse Tasmanian Chili
While we have tons of great chili recipes—white chicken, vegetarian, Instant Pot—this copycat Outback Steakhouse Tasmanian Chili stands out as one of the best. This Texas-style chili is loaded with tender pieces of steak, plenty of spices, and a thick tomato-chili base. But don’t even think about adding beans (we repeat, no beans!). Even if you've never experienced Outback’s chili, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your chili lineup.
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Cajun Butter Steak
Grilled steak is pretty incredible all on its own, but if you're looking for a total flavor upgrade, turn to this homemade Cajun butter. Cajun seasoning, bourbon, and more combine to create an irresistible marinade which flavors the steak before we throw it on the grill. While it's grilling, you'll make a homemade Cajun butter that goes perfectly on top of this steak (and honestly, any other grilled protein).
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Steak & Potato Skillet
In this simple version of the dynamic duo, a skillet of crispy potatoes and tender, seared flank steak gets bathed in a tangy, savory garlic mustard butter sauce. Now that’s what we mean by interesting. Make it a complete meal by adding a simple arugula salad or your favorite oven-roasted veggie.
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Dirty Martini Steak Frites
Don’t let the frozen fries fool you—this is a meal for grown-ups. Seared medium-rare steak gets topped with a buttery, boozy olive sauce, sprinkled with blue cheese crumbles, and served alongside a mountain of golden, crispy French fries and a 2-minute leafy green salad. Serve with a chilled dirty martini for extra points.
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Cowboy Steak
Unleash your inner Bill Pickett and feed your whole posse with this hearty, flavorful cut of beef. Cowboy steak is one of the many names for the ever-popular rib eye, with the distinguishing features of a slightly protruding rib bone and a thickness of 2 1/2 to 3 inches.
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Steak Frites Salad
In French, steak frites translates to steak and fries, simple as that. A common dish at bistros in France, Belgium, and beyond, we took the concept and combined it with American steakhouse vibes for this all-in-one steak frites salad.
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Beef & Broccoli Ramen
Ramen noodles are king in the weeknight dinner hack department. We’ve tossed them into creamy chicken soup, transformed them into sophisticated carbonara, and even packed them into buns for burgers, but this take on classic beef and broccoli might be our favorite. Thinly sliced steak and tender broccoli join those unmistakable noodles in a savory ginger soy sauce for an all-in-one dinner that’s sure to become a weeknight classic.
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Ribeye Steak
Rich, juicy and extra-flavorful, ribeye is a great choice when you're looking for a homemade steak dinner to impress. Follow our tips & tricks for perfecting your ribeye right at home, and you just might have the most special date night-in yet.
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Air Fryer Beef & Broccoli
This classic Chinese-American dish features tender strips of beef, perfectly cooked broccoli florets, and a savory-sweet sauce. Bonus: Since it only takes 30 minutes, it might be even faster than takeout!
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Steak Au Poivre Soup
Steak au poivre is a French classic (not to be confused with steak Diane), typically made with filet mignon or sirloin steak covered in a creamy, peppery sauce. The sauce is downright drinkable and was made to be eaten with a spoon, so we thought—let’s soup-ify it!
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