Best-Sear Ribeye Steak with Garlic-Herb Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

Achieve the best sear possible with this perfectly cooked ribeye steak, finished with a garlic-herb butter that makes it the best steak dinner ever. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs ribeye steak, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 780 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs ribeye steak
• 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 tsp fresh rosemary

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat the 1.5 lbs ribeye steak dry with paper towels, then season generously with 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
2. Step 2: Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot (about 5 minutes). Add the steak and sear undisturbed for 3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
3. Step 3: Flip the steak and sear the other side for 2 minutes. Add 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp fresh thyme, and 1 tsp fresh rosemary to the skillet, basting the steak continuously for 2 more minutes.
4. Step 4: Remove the steak from the skillet and rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes (this allows the juices to redistribute for the best texture).
5. Step 5: Slice against the grain and serve immediately with the garlic-herb butter spooned over the top for the best steak experience.