Butter-Basted Ribeye Steak with Garlic and Thyme
A thick ribeye steak pan-seared and finished with a fragrant butter, garlic, and thyme baste for a rich, tender steak dinner. This french-inspired beef (keto, low carb) ready in about 47 minutes pairs 1.5-inch thick ribeye steak, unsalted butter, crushed garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 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
- 14 oz, 1.5-inch thick ribeye steak
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 crushed garlic cloves
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Remove 14 oz ribeye steak from fridge 30 minutes before cooking to reach room temperature. Pat dry and season both sides evenly with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until just smoking.
- Step 3: Place steak in skillet and sear without moving for 4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium-low; add 4 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 crushed garlic cloves, and 3 fresh thyme sprigs to the skillet.
- Step 5: Tilt the pan slightly and continuously spoon the melted butter, garlic, and thyme over the steak for 2-3 minutes until the steak reaches desired doneness (about medium-rare internal temperature).
- Step 6: Remove steak to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with the buttery garlic sauce spooned over.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Butter-Basted Ribeye Steak with Garlic and Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 47 minutes (35 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Butter-Basted Ribeye Steak with Garlic and Thyme?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep 1.5-inch thick ribeye steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Butter-Basted Ribeye Steak with Garlic and Thyme?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Butter-Basted Ribeye Steak with Garlic and Thyme for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Butter-Basted Ribeye Steak with Garlic and Thyme keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
