Sink your teeth into this Vampire Steak with Roasted Garlic, the ultimate Halloween dinner for garlic lovers and carnivores alike. A perfectly seared steak is paired with soft, sweet roasted garlic cloves—just the thing to scare off any vampires lurking nearby.
I came up with this idea as a fun twist on date night steak dinners in October. It’s now our go-to Halloween dinner tradition. The garlic isn’t just for theme—it melts into rich, caramelized cloves that spread like butter over the steak. Dramatic, flavorful, and surprisingly simple to prepare.
You can use sirloin, ribeye, or filet, and cook it to your preferred doneness. Serve with a side of red wine reduction for a “bloody” presentation or mashed potatoes and greens for balance. It’s easy to prep, impressive to serve, and guaranteed to impress both horror fans and food lovers.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or planning a romantic Halloween dinner, this garlic-laced steak is guaranteed to slay.
Vampire Steak with Roasted Garlic – Bold, Bloody & Delicious
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice tops off garlic bulbs. Drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes until golden and soft.
- Pat steaks dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear steaks 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Add butter and rosemary or thyme. Spoon butter over steaks for extra flavor.
- Transfer to oven (if oven-safe pan) or rest under foil to finish cooking to desired doneness.
- Plate with roasted garlic cloves. Slice, squeeze, and spread garlic over steak.
- Optional: Drizzle with wine reduction or balsamic for added drama.