Description
Sear the perfect steak right in your kitchen with this simple, flavorful method that delivers a crispy crust and juicy interior every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Ribeye Steak (10–12 oz, 1 to 1.5 inches thick)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Canola Oil
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 Garlic Cloves, smashed
- 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat for at least 5 minutes until very hot.
- Combine Ingredients: Season steak generously with salt and pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add canola oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.
- Assemble the Dish: Carefully place the steak in the hot skillet. Do not move it for 2–3 minutes to form a crust.
- Cook to Perfection: Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes. Add butter, garlic, and rosemary. Baste steak for 1 minute with the melted butter.
- Finishing Touches: Check internal temperature (130°F for medium-rare). Transfer to a cutting board and loosely cover with foil.
- Serve and Enjoy: Rest for 5–7 minutes, slice against the grain, and serve with sides of choice.
Notes
- Let steak come to room temp for even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Don’t skip the resting step for juicy results.
- Swap rosemary with thyme or sage for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 steak
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 135mg