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Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak
20 minutesEasyServes 1
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Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak

A classic ribeye steak, pan-seared to perfection for a flavorful and juicy experience. Simple and quick to prepare, perfect for a satisfying meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12-16 ounce) Ribeye Steak
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme

Instructions

  1. 1Pat the ribeye steak dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron is ideal) over high heat until it begins to smoke slightly.
  3. 3Carefully place the steak in the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer depending on your desired doneness.
  4. 4Add butter, garlic cloves, and thyme sprigs to the skillet. Tilt the pan and use a spoon to baste the steak with the melted butter for the last minute of cooking.
  5. 5Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving.

Recipe Context

This recipe was created with the following context in mind:

Saturday
dinner
winter