Garlic Butter Beef & Asparagus Skillet (20-Minute Dinner)

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If you’re looking for a quick, restaurant-quality dinner that’s packed with flavor, this garlic butter beef and asparagus skillet is it. Tender beef strips seared to perfection, crisp-tender asparagus, and a rich buttery garlic sauce come together in just 20 minutes — perfect for busy weeknights or an elegant low-carb meal.

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Ready in under 30 minutes
  • One-pan meal (easy cleanup)
  • High-protein & low-carb
  • Perfect for meal prep
  • Tastes like a steakhouse dish at home

🥩 Ingredients

For the Beef & Asparagus

  • 500 g (1 lb) beef steak (sirloin, flank, or ribeye), sliced into strips
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter

For the Sauce

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce)
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, but recommended)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)

🔪 Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients

  • Slice the beef against the grain into thin strips.
  • Wash and trim the asparagus.
  • Mince the garlic and set aside.

2. Sear the Beef

  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Add beef strips in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
  • Sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned.
  • Remove beef from the pan and set aside.

3. Cook the Asparagus

  • In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil.
  • Add asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until bright green and slightly tender.

4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

  • Lower heat to medium.
  • Add butter and garlic to the skillet.
  • Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, salt, and paprika.

5. Combine Everything

  • Return the beef to the skillet.
  • Toss everything together for 1–2 minutes, just until beef is coated and warmed through.
  • Add rosemary or thyme if using.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Serve hot on its own for a low-carb meal
  • Pair with:
    • Steamed rice
    • Mashed potatoes
    • Quinoa
    • Cauliflower rice

💡 Tips for Perfect Beef

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan — it prevents browning
  • Use high heat for juicy beef
  • Slice beef thinly and against the grain
  • Don’t overcook after adding back to the pan

🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Store in an airtight container up to 3 days in the fridge
  • Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat

🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 380
  • Protein: 32g
  • Carbs: 6g
  • Fat: 25g

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