Description
This perfect ribeye steak recipe guarantees a juicy, flavorful meal that’s quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ribeye steak (1–1 inches thick)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or canola oil)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Pat steak dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Heat cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add oil to coat the surface.
- Place steak in skillet and sear without moving for 3–4 minutes. Flip and repeat on the other side.
- Lower heat slightly. Add butter, garlic, and herbs to the skillet. Tilt pan and spoon butter over the steak for 1–2 minutes.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness (130°F for medium-rare).
- Remove steak from skillet and rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a more flavorful steak, consider marinating for a couple of hours prior to cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer for best results to ensure the perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg