Description
Succulent ribeye steak lovers discover culinary magic with this simple yet sophisticated recipe that elevates home cooking. Juicy, perfectly seared meat promises a restaurant-quality experience right from your kitchen, inviting you to savor every flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 ribeye steaks
Seasonings:
- Salt, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Pepper, to taste
Fresh Herbs and Oil:
- Olive oil
- Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, etc.)
Instructions
- Allow ribeye steaks to reach ambient temperature for approximately 30 minutes, ensuring even cooking and optimal tenderness.
- Liberally apply kosher salt and cracked black pepper across both surfaces of the meat, creating a flavorful exterior crust.
- Preheat a heavy-bottomed cast-iron skillet to high heat, creating a smoking hot cooking surface.
- Drizzle a thin layer of olive oil into the skillet, creating a protective barrier and enhancing potential caramelization.
- Carefully place steaks into the scorching skillet, allowing each side to develop a rich, golden-brown sear for 3-4 minutes.
- During the final cooking moments, introduce minced garlic and fresh thyme or rosemary to intensify the aromatic profile.
- Test doneness using a meat thermometer – 125°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare, or 145°F for medium.
- Transfer steaks to a clean cutting board, allowing them to rest undisturbed for 5-7 minutes to redistribute internal juices.
- Slice against the grain and serve immediately, preserving the steak’s optimal temperature and succulence.
Notes
- Let the steaks rest at room temperature to ensure even cooking and a tender texture.
- Use coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for maximum flavor enhancement.
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels before seasoning to create a perfect golden-brown crust.
- Opt for a cast-iron skillet to achieve the best heat distribution and beautiful sear marks.
- For different dietary preferences, try using avocado oil instead of olive oil for a higher smoke point.
- Experiment with herb variations like rosemary, thyme, or sage to customize the steak’s flavor profile.
- Check doneness using a meat thermometer for precise results: 125°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg