Description
This guide provides an easy-to-follow recipe for a juicy, restaurant-quality Ribeye Steak with Garlic Herb Butter, perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners. It transforms a simple cut into a succulent, melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece with an incredible aroma, ready in about 30 minutes of active cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 each ribeye steaks, about 1 inch thick and 12-14 oz (340-400g) each
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter, or a dairy-free butter alternative
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 3–4 sprigs fresh thyme, or 0.33 tsp dried herbs
- 1 Tbsp olive oil, or avocado oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt, or to taste
- 0.5 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Steaks: Pat ribeye steaks completely dry. Season generously with salt and pepper, then let them sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes for optimal juiciness.
- Heat Pan: Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet over high heat until it begins to smoke (3-5 minutes). Add olive oil and swirl to coat the hot surface.
- Sear Steaks: Add steaks to the hot pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until a deep, golden-brown crust forms and you hear a strong sizzle.
- Add Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter, minced garlic, and fresh herbs; the butter should melt and release a fragrant aroma.
- Baste Steaks: Tilt the pan and spoon the melted garlic herb butter over steaks for 1-2 minutes until an internal temperature of 130-135°F (for medium-rare) is reached. If the butter browns too quickly, briefly remove the pan from heat.
- Rest Steak: Transfer steaks to a cutting board and tent with foil. Let them rest for 5-10 minutes for maximum tenderness and redistributed juices.
Notes
For variations, try New York strip steak, fresh sage, or pre-made compound butter. Opt for grass-fed ribeye or dairy-free butter for healthier options. Store raw steaks in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for longer. Save time by preparing the garlic herb butter in advance and use an instant-read thermometer. Avoid overcrowding the pan, flipping steaks too often, and always allow the steak to rest for maximum juiciness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Basting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak (approx 340-400g cooked)
- Calories: 1210 calories
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1300 mg
- Fat: 96 g
- Saturated Fat: 45 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 51 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 85 g
- Cholesterol: 340 mg
Keywords: Juicy Ribeye, Garlic Herb Butter, Steak Recipe, Easy Dinner, Cast Iron Skillet, Weeknight Meal, High Protein, Searing, Basting