Sear-Grilled Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter

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Juicy ribeye steaks seared to perfection and finished with a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a keto dinner. This american-inspired beef (low-carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs ribeye steak, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 720 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.

★ 4.7 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 American cuisine 720 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat the steak dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until shimmering, then sear the steak for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare, turning only once.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp chopped rosemary to the skillet, spooning the melted butter over the steak for 1 minute until garlic is fragrant and butter is golden.
  4. Step 4: Transfer steak to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Sear-Grilled Ribeye 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 Ribeye 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 Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Sear-Grilled Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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