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Garlic Herb Ribeye Steak

A thick ribeye seared in a cast-iron skillet with garlic and thyme, basted in butter for a rich, herbaceous crust. Perfect for a special weeknight dinner.

Total time
35 min
Servings
2
Calories
550
Protein
45g
Garlic Herb Ribeye Steak
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ribeye steak
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat the 1 lb ribeye steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with the 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Carefully place the steak in the pan and sear without moving for 3-4 minutes, until a deep brown crust forms.

  3. 3

    Flip the steak and add the 4 garlic cloves (smashed) and 4 thyme sprigs to the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, then add the 2 tbsp butter and tilt the pan to let it melt.

  4. 4

    Spoon the sizzling butter, garlic, and thyme over the steak continuously for 2-3 minutes, until the steak reaches your desired doneness (125°F for medium-rare, about 5-6 minutes total).

  5. 5

    Transfer the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice against the grain and spoon the pan juices over the top before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • cast-iron skillet
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife

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