Imagine cutting into a perfectly seared ribeye steak, its golden-brown crust glistening with a rich, aromatic garlic herb butter that melts sensually across the meat. This isn't just another steak recipe—this is a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary dinner into a gourmet masterpiece right in your own kitchen. With just a few professional techniques and premium ingredients, you'll be creating steakhouse-quality meals that will have your family and friends wondering if a professional chef secretly took over your kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye steaks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove steaks from refrigerator 30-45 minutes before cooking to allow them to reach room temperature, which ensures even cooking.
- Pat steaks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a perfect sear.
- Season both sides of the steaks generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, pressing the seasoning into the meat.
- Prepare the herb butter by mixing softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme in a small bowl until well combined.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over high heat until it's smoking hot to create a perfect sear.
- Add steaks to the hot pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, without moving them to develop a rich, golden-brown crust.
- During the last minute of cooking, add 2 tablespoons of the prepared herb butter to the pan and baste the steaks by tilting the pan and spooning the melting butter over the meat.
- Remove steaks from the pan and let them rest on a cutting board for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Top the rested steaks with the remaining herb butter, letting it melt over the warm meat.
- Slice against the grain and serve immediately, garnishing with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Always let your steaks rest at room temperature before cooking to ensure even heat distribution.
- Dry Means Crispy: Pat steaks completely dry to achieve that coveted golden-brown crust.
- High Heat is Your Friend: Use a cast-iron skillet and get it smoking hot before adding steaks for the perfect sear.
- Don't Overcrowd: Cook steaks in a single layer without moving them to develop a beautiful crust.
- Resting is Crucial: Allow steaks to rest after cooking so juices redistribute, ensuring a tender, juicy bite every time.
- Butter Basting Technique: Tilting the pan and spooning melted herb butter over the steak adds incredible flavor and moisture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
