Sure! Here’s a delicious recipe for cooking a mouthwatering ribeye steak:
Ingredients:
- 2 ribeye steaks (approximately 1 ½ to 2 inches thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Remove the ribeye steaks from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. This will allow the steaks to cook more evenly.
- Preheat your grill, stovetop grill pan, or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. You want the cooking surface to be hot to achieve a nice sear on the steaks.
- While the grill or pan is heating up, rub the steaks with olive oil on both sides. Season the steaks generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Once the grill or pan is hot, carefully place the steaks on it. You should hear a sizzling sound when the steaks make contact with the hot surface. Cook the steaks for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare doneness. Adjust the cooking time based on your preference for doneness: 3-4 minutes for rare, 5-6 minutes for medium, and 6-7 minutes for medium-well.
- As the steaks cook, add minced garlic and butter to the pan. Once the butter has melted, baste the steaks with the garlic butter using a spoon. This will add extra flavor and keep the steaks moist.
- If you like, you can also add fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs to the pan to infuse more flavor into the steaks. Simply place the herbs alongside the steaks while they cook.
- Once the steaks reach your desired level of doneness, remove them from the grill or pan and let them rest for a few minutes on a cutting board. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute within the meat.
- After resting, slice the ribeye steaks against the grain and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad.
Enjoy your delicious and juicy ribeye steak!
