Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

Crispy seared ribeyes bathed in a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a quick keto dinner with minimal cleanup. This American-inspired beef recipe (keto), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs ribeye steak, olive oil, garlic 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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

• 2 (8 oz) ribeye steak
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 2 (8 oz) ribeye steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steaks and sear without moving for 4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms.
3. Step 3: Flip the steaks and cook for another 4 minutes for medium-rare (or to desired doneness). Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
4. Step 4: Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Step 5: Add 2 tbsp unsalted butter and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, stirring until melted and combined. Pour over the steaks and serve immediately.