Grilled Bourbon-Maple Glazed Ribeye for Father’s Day

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Juicy ribeye steaks marinated in a rich bourbon and maple glaze, grilled to perfection with a smoky char and caramelized crust. This american-inspired father’s day ready in about 82 minutes pairs steaks, about 10 oz each ribeye steaks, bourbon, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 70 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 620 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup bourbon, 1/3 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 3 minced garlic cloves until well combined and slightly thickened.
  2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 ribeye steaks (about 10 oz each) with paper towels and season both sides with 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Place steaks in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the bourbon-maple marinade over them, turning to coat evenly. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning once halfway through.
  4. Step 4: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 450°F). Remove steaks from marinade and brush off excess to prevent flare-ups; reserve marinade.
  5. Step 5: Brush steaks lightly with 2 tbsp olive oil and grill for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, brushing occasionally with reserved marinade to build a caramelized glaze until steaks reach desired doneness and have a smoky crust.
  6. Step 6: Remove steaks from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Bourbon-Maple Glazed Ribeye for Father’s Day take to make?

Total time is about 82 minutes (70 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 Grilled Bourbon-Maple Glazed Ribeye for Father’s Day?

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 bourbon from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Bourbon-Maple Glazed Ribeye for Father’s Day?

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 Grilled Bourbon-Maple Glazed Ribeye for Father’s Day for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.

What goes well with Grilled Bourbon-Maple Glazed Ribeye for Father’s Day?

American father’s day like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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