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Perfect Reverse Sear Ribeye Steak Recipe with Garlic Herb Butter

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This recipe uses the reverse sear method to cook a ribeye steak evenly in the oven before searing it to create a perfect crust, finished with a luscious garlic herb butter for a juicy, flavorful steak.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large ribeye steak, about 1.5 to 2 inches thick (around 16 oz / 450 g)
  • Kosher or sea salt, generously for seasoning
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, for seasoning before searing
  • 4 tablespoons (about 60 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced or finely grated
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or high-smoke-point oil (such as avocado oil) for searing
  • Pinch of lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Season the ribeye generously on all sides with kosher salt. Let it rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  3. Place the steak on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet. Insert an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the steak.
  4. Roast in the oven for about 20-30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 110°F (43°C) for rare or 120°F (49°C) for medium-rare.
  5. While the steak is in the oven, prepare the garlic herb butter by mixing softened butter, minced garlic, chopped thyme, rosemary, and lemon zest if using in a small bowl. Set aside.
  6. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot. Add the oil and swirl to coat the pan.
  7. Remove the steak from the oven and season with freshly cracked black pepper. Immediately transfer to the hot skillet.
  8. Sear the steak for about 1-2 minutes per side, spooning some of the garlic herb butter over the top as it cooks.
  9. Check the internal temperature again; it should reach 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare. Adjust searing time if needed, but avoid overcooking.
  10. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for 5-10 minutes, tented loosely with foil.
  11. Serve topped with an extra dollop of garlic herb butter.

Notes

Pat steak dry before seasoning to help develop crust. Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy. Baste with garlic herb butter during sear to avoid burning it. Rest steak after cooking to keep it juicy. If butter burns, add it later during searing or baste gently. For dairy-free, substitute vegan butter or herb-infused oil.

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