Classic Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak
A perfectly cooked, butter-basted ribeye steak with a deeply browned crust and juicy center. Expertly seared and infused with garlic and thyme.
Prep time: 5 mins · Cook time: 10 mins · Serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) Ribeye Steak (1.5 inches thick)
- 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
- 1 tbsp Coarse Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Vegetable or Canola Oil
- 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 3 sprigs Fresh Thyme
- 3 cloves Garlic, smashed
Instructions
- Pat the steak completely dry with paper towels. Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides and edges.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until it smokes slightly. Add the oil.
- Gently place the steak in the skillet. Cook without moving for exactly 2 minutes to build a dark crust.
- Flip the steak and cook the other side for 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the butter, garlic, and thyme to the pan.
- Continuously spoon the foaming, melted butter over the steak for 1-2 minutes until internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare.
- Transfer the steak to a cutting board. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing against the grain. Serve with the pan juices.