Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles

#### Instructions:

1. **Cook the Noodles**:
Start by boiling a pot of water and cooking your lightning noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside. Save a little pasta water (about 1/4 cup) to help loosen the sauce later if needed.

2. **Cook the Steak**:
While the noodles are cooking, season your steak generously with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the steak and sear it for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. For medium-rare, cook until the internal temperature reaches 130-135°F. Once cooked, remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it against the grain into thin strips.

3. **Make the Garlic Butter Sauce**:
In the same skillet you used to cook the steak, reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and let it melt, swirling the pan occasionally to prevent burning. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and golden but not burnt.

Once the garlic is ready, stir in the soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce (if using). Let everything simmer for a minute or two until the sauce thickens slightly. For a bit of heat, add crushed red pepper flakes, and for brightness, zest half a lemon into the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it up.

4. **Combine Everything**:
Add the cooked noodles to the pan with the garlic butter sauce and toss them well to coat. Let the noodles soak up the sauce for a minute or two. If you’d like a little more richness, you can add a little more butter at this point.

5. **Add the Steak**:
Once the noodles are coated with the sauce, add the sliced steak to the pan and gently toss everything together. Make sure the steak is evenly distributed and coated in the garlicky goodness.

6. **Serve and Garnish**:
Plate your garlic butter steak noodles and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness. If you like, you can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

### Tips for Perfect Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles

– **Choose the Right Steak**: For the best results, choose a steak that suits your taste and budget. Ribeye offers great flavor and tenderness, while flank steak is leaner but still flavorful. Sirloin is a great middle ground—tender and reasonably priced.

– **Don’t Overcook the Steak**: For a tender steak, avoid overcooking it. Since you’ll be slicing the steak thinly, you want it to remain juicy and tender, so aim for medium-rare to medium doneness.

– **Customize Your Noodles**: If you can’t find lightning noodles, any quick-cooking noodle will work. You can also try using rice noodles, soba noodles, or even pasta like spaghetti for a different texture.

– **Add Vegetables**: For a more balanced meal, you can add sautéed vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers to the mix. They’ll complement the steak and noodles while adding more nutrients and flavor.

– **Make It Spicy**: If you love a little heat, ramp up the crushed red pepper flakes, or even add a drizzle of sriracha or chili paste to the garlic butter sauce.

### Why This Recipe Will Become a Favorite

**Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles** is the perfect dish for anyone looking for a quick and flavorful meal that satisfies all cravings. The combination of tender steak, savory garlic butter sauce, and noodles creates an irresistible flavor-packed experience, and the best part is, it can all come together in under 30 minutes! Whether you’re cooking for yourself or feeding a crowd, this recipe will become a go-to in your kitchen.

So, next time you’re in the mood for something deliciously indulgent, try making **Garlic Butter Steak Lightning Noodles**—it’s bound to become one of your favorite comfort foods!