Are you ready to elevate your keto meal game with a dish that’s as delicious as it is satisfying? Our Keto Skillet Steak with Mushroom Sauce is the perfect choice for a special dinner or a hearty weekend meal. The rich mushroom sauce complements the tender steak, creating a mouth-watering combination that will have you coming back for more. This recipe is not only indulgent but also fits perfectly within your low-carb lifestyle.
Keto Skillet Steak with Mushroom Sauce
Enjoy a flavorful steak dinner with a creamy mushroom sauce that’s keto-friendly and utterly delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds KC or NY Strip Steak, porterhouse (2 large pieces or 4 smaller pieces)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup shallots, finely diced, or onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 16 oz sliced baby Bella mushrooms (crimini or brown)
- 1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning blend
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the steaks with salt, pepper, and your favorite all-purpose seasoning blend.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the steaks to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt.
- Add the shallots (or onion) and garlic to the skillet, and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes until they are tender and browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the steaks to the skillet, spooning the mushroom sauce over the top.
- Allow the steaks to simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve the steaks hot, topped with the creamy mushroom sauce.
Breakdown of Ingredients and Average Carb Content
- Steak: 0g carbs, high in protein and fats, with virtually no carbs.
- Olive oil: 0g carbs, healthy fats to cook and enhance flavor.
- Butter: 0g carbs, healthy fats to cook and enhance flavor.
- Shallots: ~1.5g net carbs per tablespoon, adds a small amount of carbs but lots of flavor.
- Garlic: ~1g net carb per clove, adds a small amount of carbs but lots of flavor.
- Mushrooms: ~2g net carbs per cup, low in carbs and rich in nutrients.
- Chicken broth: ~1g net carb per cup, adds creaminess to the sauce without too many carbs.
- Heavy cream: ~1g net carb per tablespoon, adds creaminess to the sauce without too many carbs.
Total Carbs per Serving: Approximately 6.5g, varies with different products used.
A Gourmet Low-Carb Delight
Indulge in this Keto Skillet Steak with Mushroom Sauce for a meal that’s both luxurious and diet-friendly. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet experience at home, this dish is sure to become a staple in your keto recipe repertoire. Enjoy the rich flavors and the ease of preparation, all while staying true to your low-carb goals.
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