Black Garlic Butter Steak & Brie Croissant Melt
A delicious meal combining juicy steak, creamy brie, and black garlic butter, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces croissants, halved Use fresh croissants for best flavor.
- 8 oz ribeye or sirloin steak Any preferred type of steak can be used.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp black garlic paste Roasted garlic can be used as a substitute.
- 4 oz brie cheese, sliced Other cheeses like gouda or cheddar can be used.
- to taste Salt & pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped Adds freshness and color.
Instructions
Cooking the Steak
- Season the steak with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a pan and sear the steak for 3–4 minutes on each side or until it reaches medium-rare. Let the steak rest, then slice it thinly.
Making the Garlic Butter
- In the same pan, melt the butter and stir in the black garlic paste until well combined.
Toasting the Croissants
- Lightly toast the croissant halves in a pan or toaster oven until golden.
Assembling the Melt
- Layer the brie slices on the bottom halves of the croissants, add the warm steak, and drizzle with black garlic butter. Top with the croissant lids.
Melting the Cheese
- Place the assembled croissants in a warm oven at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes until the cheese melts.
Serving
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use fresh croissants from a bakery. Let the steak rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Don’t skip the parsley garnish; it adds freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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