Searing Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter and Rosemary
Perfectly seared ribeye steak bathed in a rich garlic-rosemary butter sauce, served with a side of roasted asparagus. This american-inspired beef (low carb) ready in about 18 minutes pairs Ribeye steak, Unsalted butter, Fresh rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 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
- 12 oz Ribeye steak
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Fresh rosemary
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add steaks and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 2 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, and 2 minced garlic cloves, tilting the pan to coat steaks with melted butter for 1-2 minutes until garlic is fragrant and butter turns golden.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Searing Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter and Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 min prep + 8 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 Searing Ribeye Steak 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 Searing Ribeye Steak 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 Searing Ribeye Steak 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 Searing Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter and Rosemary 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.
What others are saying
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
