Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Thyme
A juicy ribeye steak pan-seared to perfection and finished with a fragrant garlic-thyme butter sauce. This american-inspired beef (keto, low carb) ready in about 30 minutes pairs ribeye steak, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 1, 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
- 12 oz ribeye steak
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves, smashed garlic cloves
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Take the 12 oz ribeye steak out of the refrigerator and pat dry. Season both sides evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let it rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Add the steak to the skillet and sear without moving for 4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms on the bottom.
- Step 4: Flip the steak and reduce heat to medium. Add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 3 smashed garlic cloves, and 3 sprigs of fresh thyme to the pan.
- Step 5: Tilt the pan slightly and use a spoon to baste the steak with the melted butter and aromatics for 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare.
- Step 6: Remove the steak to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain and serving with the garlic-thyme butter spooned over.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter 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 ribeye steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Thyme for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Thyme keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb, high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
So simple and so delicious. The garlic butter sauce was a game-changer.
- ★★★★★
Cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful. Will make again!
- ★★★★★
My family loved it. The thyme added a wonderful aroma.
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