Sear-Grilled Beef Steak with Garlic Butter

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Juicy ribeye steaks seared to perfection and finished with a rich garlic butter sauce that enhances their natural beefy flavor. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs ribeye steak, avocado oil, sea salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 720 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: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 720 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Place the steaks in the skillet and sear without moving for 3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms on the bottom.
  4. Step 4: Flip the steaks and sear the other side for 3 minutes for medium-rare, using a meat thermometer to verify 130°F (54°C) internal temperature.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the steaks to a plate and tent loosely with foil; let rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Step 6: While the steaks rest, add 1 tbsp avocado oil and the minced garlic to the skillet over medium heat, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Step 7: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the 3 tbsp unsalted butter until melted, then add the 2 tbsp chopped parsley and stir to combine.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sear-Grilled Beef Steak with Garlic Butter take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 Sear-Grilled Beef Steak with 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 ribeye steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sear-Grilled Beef Steak with 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 Sear-Grilled Beef Steak with Garlic Butter 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 Sear-Grilled Beef Steak with 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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