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If you’re craving a dinner that feels indulgent, full of depth, and layered with bold flavors, this Miso Butter Steak with Charred Scallion Noodles is exactly the dish to satisfy. It’s a beautiful fusion of Japanese-inspired umami with classic comfort-food heartiness. Tender, juicy steak is finished with a silky miso butter that melts into every slice, while the smoky, slightly crisp scallions wrap the noodles in irresistible flavor.
This dish looks and tastes like something from a restaurant, but the steps are incredibly approachable. It’s the perfect blend of salty, savory, buttery, and lightly sweet—with textures that complement each other beautifully. The noodles carry the char from the scallions, the steak brings rich meaty depth, and the miso butter ties everything together like magic.
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 1½ lbs flank, skirt, or ribeye steak
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- Optional: 1 thyme sprig or a small piece of ginger
- 3 tablespoons softened butter
- 1 tablespoon white miso paste
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon rice vinegar
- 8–10 oz noodles (ramen, udon, rice noodles, or spaghetti)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- 6–7 scallions, cut into 2–3 inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Step 1: Mix the Miso Butter
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter with the miso paste, soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar. Mash everything together with a spoon until you have a creamy paste.
Set it aside—this will melt over the warm steak at the end.
Step 2: Prepare and Sear the Steak
Pat the steak completely dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Moisture prevents browning, so drying helps build a great crust.
Heat a cast-iron or heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the neutral oil, and once the pan is hot, place the steak down carefully. Let it sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting based on thickness.
In the final minute of cooking, add the butter, smashed garlic, and thyme or ginger. Tilt the pan and spoon the melted aromatic butter over the steak repeatedly.
Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes. Resting is essential for juicy slices.
Step 3: Cook the Noodles
Bring a pot of water to a boil, cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain. Reserve a small splash of noodle water in case you need to loosen the sauce later.
Step 4: Char the Scallions
In a skillet, heat sesame oil and neutral oil over medium-high. Add the scallion pieces and allow them to cook without stirring so they blister and take on dark, smoky edges. Flip and repeat on the other side.
Once softened and charred, stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
Step 5: Build the Noodle Sauce
Lower the heat to medium and add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame seeds, and chili flakes if you want spice. Toss the scallions in the sauce until everything is glossy and aromatic.
Add the cooked noodles directly into the pan and toss well. If the sauce seems thick or sticky, add 1–2 tablespoons of the reserved noodle water.
Step 6: Assemble
Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain to ensure tenderness.
Divide the noodles into bowls or plates, layering the steak slices neatly on top. Dollop a spoonful of the miso butter over the warm meat and let it melt into the noodles and steak, creating a rich, creamy glaze.
Serve immediately while the butter is warm.
Final Thoughts
This dish delivers everything you want in a comforting yet elevated meal: perfectly tender steak, rich umami miso butter, and smoky scallion noodles that carry incredible depth. It’s the kind of recipe that feels luxurious without requiring complicated steps—just smart layering of flavors and a few simple ingredients. Once you taste the combination of miso butter melting over warm steak, paired with those beautifully charred scallions, this dish is sure to become a repeat favorite in your kitchen.
Helpful Tips
1. Use white miso
It’s milder and blends perfectly with butter.
2. Let the steak rest
Resting keeps the meat juicy and prevents flavor loss.
3. Char the scallions properly
Let them sit long enough to blister; don’t stir too soon.
4. Taste and adjust the noodles
Add more soy, more oyster sauce, or extra sesame oil depending on preference.
5. Don’t overcook the noodles
A slightly chewy texture holds the sauce better.
6. Add heat if you love spice
A drizzle of chili oil makes the dish pop.
7. Make extra miso butter
It’s also amazing on rice, fish, roasted vegetables, and even corn.
