Whiskey-Marinated Grilled Ribeye with Charred Shallot Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

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Juicy ribeye steaks marinated in whiskey and grilled to perfection, topped with a rich charred shallot butter that enhances smoky flavors. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ribeye steaks, whiskey, olive oil 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 650 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 (12 oz each) ribeye steaks
1/2 cup whiskey
3 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh thyme
3 medium shallots
4 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup whiskey, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 2 ribeye steaks and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Step 2: While steaks marinate, halve 3 medium shallots lengthwise and char cut sides on a hot grill or skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until deeply browned and softened. Chop charred shallots finely.
Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter with chopped charred shallots and a pinch of salt; set aside.
Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F). Remove steaks from marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 5: Grill steaks for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, flipping once, until a crust forms and internal temperature reaches 130°F.
Step 6: Remove steaks from grill, top each with 2 tbsp charred shallot butter, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.