Pan-Seared Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Butter

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A rich and tender dry-aged wagyu ribeye steak pan-seared to perfection and finished with a roasted garlic butter sauce. This american-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs dry-aged wagyu ribeye steak, salt, freshly ground black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 720 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 1 American cuisine 720 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place 4 whole garlic cloves on a small baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Pat 12 oz dry-aged wagyu ribeye steak dry and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until a deep golden crust forms.
  4. Step 4: Reduce heat to medium and add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, roasted garlic cloves, and 2 sprigs fresh thyme to the skillet. Spoon the melted butter over the steak continuously for 2 minutes to baste.
  5. Step 5: Remove steak from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Butter take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Butter?

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 dry-aged wagyu ribeye steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Butter?

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 Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Butter 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.

What goes well with Pan-Seared Wagyu Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Butter?

American beef 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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