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Perfect Reverse Seared Ribeye Recipe with Easy Garlic Herb Butter

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A simple and effective reverse sear method to cook a juicy, tender ribeye steak topped with a flavorful homemade garlic herb butter.

Ingredients

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  • 1 thick-cut ribeye steak, about 1.5 to 2 inches thick
  • Kosher salt or sea salt, coarse grind, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • Lemon zest from ½ lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon neutral oil with high smoke point (e.g., grapeseed or avocado oil)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Season the ribeye generously with salt and cracked black pepper. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  3. Place the steak on a wire rack over a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 115°F (46°C) for medium-rare.
  4. While the steak is in the oven, prepare the garlic herb butter by mixing softened butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside at room temperature.
  5. Remove the steak from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  6. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot. Add a teaspoon of neutral oil.
  7. Sear the steak for 1-2 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Sear the edges for 30 seconds each by holding the steak with tongs.
  8. Remove the steak from the pan and immediately top with a generous spoonful of garlic herb butter to melt.
  9. Let the steak rest for another 5 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for best flavor in the garlic herb butter. Resting the steak after oven cooking and after searing is essential for juicy results. If butter softens too much, chill briefly before serving. Liquid smoke can be added to butter for smoky flavor. Use a thermometer for perfect doneness.

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