Sear-Grilled Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Rosemary
Juicy ribeye steaks seared to perfection and finished with a fragrant garlic-rosemary butter sauce. This american-inspired beef (high-protein) ready in about 22 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 420 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 2 (6 oz each) ribeye steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 2 ribeye steaks (6 oz each) dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steaks and sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, then transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp finely chopped rosemary to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then add 2 tbsp unsalted butter and stir until melted.
- Step 4: Pour the garlic butter mixture over the rested steaks and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sear-Grilled Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Rosemary 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 Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Rosemary?
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 with Garlic Butter and Rosemary?
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 with Garlic Butter and Rosemary 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 with Garlic Butter and Rosemary high-protein?
Yes — this recipe is tagged 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
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 12-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
