Garlic-Basted Ribeye
Garlic-Basted Ribeye is a showstopper dish that elevates any dining experience. Imagine a tender ribeye steak, perfectly seasoned and seared to create a golden crust, then bathed in rich garlic-infused butter. This recipe blends simple ingredients into an unforgettable flavor explosion, making it ideal for special occasions or cozy dinners at home. Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself, this Garlic-Basted Ribeye promises to impress with its mouthwatering aroma and exquisite taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, smashed
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary), optional
Instructions
- Pat the ribeye steaks dry and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the steaks undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until a golden-crust forms.
- Add butter and smashed garlic to the skillet; baste the steaks with the melted garlic-butter mixture for an additional 3-4 minutes, until desired doneness is reached (135°F for medium-rare).
- Remove from heat and let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ribeye steak (200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, use herb-infused butter or add a splash of red wine during basting. Let ribeyes come to room temperature before cooking for even doneness.