Imagine sinking your knife into a perfectly seared, mouth-watering ribeye steak with a golden-brown crust that locks in all the juicy, tender goodness. No more mediocre home-cooked steaks or expensive restaurant bills - this cast iron skillet steak recipe will transform you into a culinary master in just 25 minutes! Whether you're a cooking novice or a seasoned home chef, our foolproof method guarantees a steakhouse-quality meal that will have your guests begging for your secret.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye steaks
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- Fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Remove steaks from refrigerator 30-45 minutes before cooking to allow them to reach room temperature, which ensures even cooking.
- Pat steaks completely dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a perfect sear.
- Season both sides of the steaks generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper, pressing the seasoning into the meat.
- Place a cast iron skillet over high heat and allow it to become extremely hot, about 4-5 minutes, until it starts to slightly smoke.
- Add olive oil to the hot skillet, swirling to coat the bottom evenly.
- Carefully place steaks in the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded, and cook without moving for 3-4 minutes to develop a rich, golden-brown crust.
- Flip steaks using tongs and cook the other side for 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, adjusting time based on thickness and desired doneness.
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter, smashed garlic, and fresh herbs to the skillet.
- Tilt the pan and continuously baste the steaks with the herbed butter for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Remove steaks from skillet and let rest on a cutting board for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Slice against the grain and serve immediately, optionally drizzling remaining pan juices over the steak.
Tips
- • Always use room temperature steaks to ensure even cooking and optimal flavor development. • Thoroughly pat steaks dry before seasoning to achieve that coveted crispy exterior. • Use a cast iron skillet for the best heat retention and most beautiful sear. • Don't move the steak while searing - this creates the perfect golden-brown crust. • Use high-quality, fresh ingredients like fresh herbs and good olive oil. • Let the steak rest after cooking to redistribute juices and maintain maximum tenderness. • Invest in an instant-read meat thermometer for precise doneness. • Season generously but simply - good steak needs minimal enhancement.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
