If you’re craving that juicy, buttery, restaurant-style flavor, a **Texas Roadhouse-style steak** is all about high heat, simple seasoning, and a finishing butter melt.
Here’s a close homemade version of the famous steak from Texas Roadhouse:
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### 🥩 Texas Roadhouse-Style Steak (Home Recipe)
#### **Ingredients**
* 1–2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (1–1.5 inch thick)
* 1½ teaspoons salt
* 1 teaspoon black pepper
* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
* 1–2 tablespoons oil (for searing)
**Garlic butter finish:**
* 3 tablespoons butter
* 1 clove garlic (minced)
* Pinch of salt
* Optional: chopped parsley
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### 🔥 Instructions
1. **Bring steak to room temp**
Let it sit out for 20–30 minutes for even cooking.
2. **Season generously**
Mix salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub all over the steak.
3. **Heat your pan**
Use a cast iron skillet if possible. Heat until very hot, then add oil.
4. **Sear the steak**
Cook:
* 3–4 min per side for medium-rare
* 4–5 min per side for medium
Don’t move it too much—let it crust.
5. **Add garlic butter**
In the last minute, add butter and garlic. Spoon melted butter over the steak repeatedly.
6. **Rest the steak**
Let it sit 5–10 minutes before slicing.
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### 😋 What makes it “Texas Roadhouse style”
* Strong peppery crust
* Juicy inside
* Rich garlic butter finish
* Simple seasoning (no heavy marinades)
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### 💡 Pro Tips
* Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook one steak at a time if needed.
* Use high-smoke-point oil (like canola or avocado).
* A thermometer helps:
* 52°C = rare
* 57°C = medium-rare
* 63°C = medium
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If you want, I can also give you:
* 🥔 their famous **loaded mashed potatoes copycat**
* 🥖 **Texas Roadhouse rolls + cinnamon butter**
* 🔥 or a **grilled outdoor BBQ version**