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Published: May 20, 2020 Last Modified: May 20, 2020 By Sara 11 Comments

Rib Eye Steak with Garlic Butter

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This rib eye steak recipe is tender and juicy beef seared to golden brown perfection, and topped with garlic butter and herbs.

This rib eye steak recipe is tender and juicy beef seared to golden brown perfection, and topped with garlic butter and herbs. A simple steak preparation that tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant!

You can never go wrong with steak for dinner, whether it’s with mushroom sauce, in tacos, or served with garlic butter like this rib eye recipe.

This rib eye steak recipe is tender and juicy beef seared to golden brown perfection, and topped with garlic butter and herbs. This rib eye steak recipe is tender and juicy beef seared to golden brown perfection, and topped with garlic butter and herbs.

Rib eye steak with garlic butter and rosemary in a skillet.

When I’m ordering dinner at a steakhouse, I always go for the rib eye. It’s my favorite cut of beef, and it also happens to be easy to make! This rib eye steak features garlic and fresh herbs in a butter sauce, and the flavors are way better than anything you’d get dining out.

What is rib eye steak?

This cut of steak comes from the rib portion of the cow, and can be purchased with the rib bone attached, or the bone removed. Rib eye is both well marbled and tender, which makes it super flavorful. This is one of the most prized cuts of steak, and tends to be on the more expensive side.

Raw steaks on a plate.

How do you make rib eye steak?

Let your rib eye come to room temperature, then season it generously with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper. Sear the steak in a little neutral flavored oil in a very hot pan. Once the meat is golden brown on all sides, melt some butter in the pan. Add garlic and rosemary, then spoon the melted butter over the steak. Cook the steak until it’s almost reached your desired temperature, then take it off the heat. After the meat is done, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice and enjoy.

Seared steaks in a skillet.

Tips for the perfect steak

  • I recommend using a heavy pan such as an enamel cast iron skillet to get the best crust on your steak.
  • You can use a boneless or bone in rib eye steak. If you go for bone in, just be aware it might take a little longer to cook.
  • While I really like the flavor of the garlic and the rosemary with the meat, you can use other herbs such as thyme, sage, parsley, marjoram, or add a sprinkle of fresh basil at the end of the cooking time.
  • I recommend serving your steak immediately. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Be careful not to overcook your meat when you reheat it.
  • It’s best to use a neutral flavored oil with a high smoke point to get a deep golden brown crust on your meat. I typically use canola oil, but other acceptable options include grapeseed oil, safflower oil, corn oil and peanut oil.
  • Pair your steak with a variety of side dishes for a memorable meal. I like to serve my rib eye with baked potato wedges and roasted broccoli.

Steak with garlic, butter and rosemary sprigs.

How long should you cook a rib eye steak?

The cook time for this recipe depends on how thick your steaks are. Most of the time, rib eye steaks are about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick. A typical boneless rib eye will take about 5-6 minutes per side to cook to medium. A bone in steak will take a bit longer, you’ll want to add another 2 minutes per side.

Steak temperatures

The best way to gauge when your steak is done is to use a digital thermometer. You can insert the thermometer into the thickest part of your steak and monitor the progress while it cooks so that you know when to take it off the heat.. I prefer to cook my steaks to a medium doneness level. I don’t recommend cooking your meat over 150 degrees F as it will can get tough or dry.

Keep in mind that the rib eyes should rest for at least 5 minutes before you cut into them. It is best to take the meat off the heat a few degrees before you reach your desired temperature, as the steaks will continue to cook as they rest.

  • Rare: 130 degrees F
  • Medium Rare: 135 degrees F
  • For Medium: 145 degrees F
  • Medium Well: 150 degrees F
  • Well Done: 160 degrees F

Sliced rib eye steak served with mashed potatoes and green beans.

This recipe is the best way to prepare this succulent cut of meat, and it’s sure to get rave reviews from family and friends!

More beef recipes to try

  • Hamburger Steaks
  • Beef Tips
  • Steak Fajitas
  • Beef Bulgogi
  • Shish Kabobs

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Rib eye steak with garlic butter and rosemary in a skillet.
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Rib Eye Steak with Garlic Butter

This rib eye steak recipe is tender and juicy beef seared to golden brown perfection, and topped with garlic butter and herbs. A simple steak preparation that tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 577kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 4 rib eye steaks 10-12 ounces each, can be boneless or bone in
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons neutral flavored oil such as safflower oil, canola oil, grapeseed oil or peanut oil
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 garlic cloves smashed
  • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary

Instructions

  • Let the steaks sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  • Season the steaks on both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat a heavy pan such as a cast iron skillet over high heat.
  • Add the oil to the pan. Place the steaks in the pan in a single layer.
  • Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until deep golden brown.
  • Add the butter to the pan. After the butter has melted, add the garlic cloves and rosemary to the pan. Stir to combine.
  • Spoon the butter mixture over the steaks. Insert a probe thermometer into the thickest part of one of the steaks.
  • Cook the steak for 2-3 minutes or until the thermometer registers at between 130-135 degrees F for a medium steak.
  • Remove the meat from the pan. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes. Spoon the pan drippings over the steak, then slice and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 577kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 149mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 4mg
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    Comments

    1. Debi says

      June 27, 2020 at 11:51 am

      5 stars
      This is my sons favorite cut of meat. I don’t cook meat often enough to feel comfortable knowing it will come out good. I followed this recipe for his birthday dinner and it was amazing!

      Reply
    2. jacque says

      June 13, 2020 at 1:23 pm

      5 stars
      My husband always orders a rib eye when we eat out! Served this for dinner last night and he’s sold; hands down delicious recipe!

      Reply
    3. Marlynn says

      June 1, 2020 at 11:31 am

      5 stars
      We don’t eat steak too often in our house, but when we do, rib eye is my favorite cut! Your tips for making sure you get the perfect steak are so helpful. We love this recipe!

      Reply
    4. Haley D. Williams says

      June 1, 2020 at 11:06 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness this garlic butter is amazing! Love the addition of rosemary too.

      Reply
    5. Jen says

      June 1, 2020 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      Rib eye is a favorite in my house. ALways a delecacy. YOur recipe appealed to me because I’m always wondering what I should do for the sauce. This was phenomenal with the garlic butter!!

      Reply
    6. Jordin says

      June 1, 2020 at 10:31 am

      5 stars
      Wow talk about a delicious looking steak! I need to make this ASAP, and the garlic butter YUM!

      Reply
    7. Biana says

      May 28, 2020 at 8:12 pm

      5 stars
      Ribeye looks amazing, and I like that you add butter to it. Will definitely be trying this recipe soon.

      Reply
    8. Krissy Allori says

      May 28, 2020 at 7:55 pm

      5 stars
      Ribeye is my husbands favorite steak. I am working on becoming more proficient with the grill. I think I’ll surprise him and make these this weekend!

      Reply
    9. Anita says

      May 28, 2020 at 7:54 pm

      5 stars
      Those are some restaurant quality dish right there. I’m drooling despite just having finish my dinner! Gotta grab some rib eye steaks to make these.

      Reply
    10. Jill says

      May 28, 2020 at 4:31 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for these tips. My rib eyes turned out perfect. Everyone in my family loved them.

      Reply
    11. Andrea Metlika says

      May 28, 2020 at 4:30 pm

      5 stars
      I’m salivating watching the video. This steak looks absolutely perfect. Can’t wait to try this.

      Reply

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