Minute Steaks with Barbecue Butter Sauce

Step 1

Place each steak between two sheets of heavy plastic (or inside a resealable freezer bag) on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound each steak with the smooth side of a meat mallet to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Discard the plastic and generously season steaks with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Make the barbecue butter sauce: Combine beef broth, barbecue sauce, hot sauce, and another pinch of pepper in a bowl. Add cold butter but do not stir.

Step 3

Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat until it just begins to smoke, about 1 minute. Place steaks into the pan and sear for 45 to 60 seconds on each side. Remove from the skillet and set aside to rest.

Step 4

Pour barbecue butter sauce into the skillet and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Stir occasionally until butter is melted and incorporated, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Spoon barbecue butter sauce over steaks to serve.