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Garlic Herb Butter Ribeye Steak

Garlic Herb Butter Ribeye Steak
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Indulge in a juicy, tender Garlic Herb Butter Ribeye Steak that melts in your mouth. This recipe elevates a well-marbled ribeye with a rich, aromatic garlic herb butter, delivering a perfect balance of robust steak flavors and luscious buttery finish. Ideal for special dinners or any time you want a gourmet treat, it’s easy to prepare and impressively flavorful.

Ingredients

Steak

  • Ribeye steak (1-1.5 inches thick), well-marbled
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or high smoke-point oil, for searing

Garlic Herb Butter

  • Unsalted butter, softened
  • Fresh garlic cloves, finely minced
  • Fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley), chopped

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Garlic Herb Butter: Soften unsalted butter at room temperature. Finely mince fresh garlic and chop the herbs. In a bowl, combine the garlic and herbs with the butter and mix thoroughly. Set aside or refrigerate to firm up until needed.
  2. Seasoning the Ribeye: Pat the ribeye steak dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Generously season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper to build a flavorful crust.
  3. Searing the Steak: Heat a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Add a splash of olive oil, then carefully lay the ribeye in the pan. Sear for about 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, resisting the urge to move it to develop a perfect crust.
  4. Basting with Herb Butter: Reduce the heat slightly after searing both sides. Add a generous dollop of garlic herb butter to the pan and tilt it to melt. Use a spoon to baste the butter repeatedly over the steak, infusing flavor and keeping it moist as it finishes cooking.
  5. Resting the Steak: Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for at least 5 minutes on a cutting board or plate. Resting allows juices to redistribute for a tender, juicy bite.

Notes

  • Let steak sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before cooking to ensure even cooking.
  • Dry the steak thoroughly before seasoning to promote browning.
  • Use a cast-iron skillet for better heat retention and a superior sear.
  • Cook only one or two steaks at once to maintain pan temperature.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check doneness; 130°F is ideal for medium-rare.

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Keywords: ribeye, steak, garlic herb butter, seared steak, juicy steak, herb butter, pan-seared ribeye

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