Homemade Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Pan Sauce
This Ribeye with Roasted Garlic Pan Sauce is my go-to when I want an indulgent, high-protein dinner that feels sophisticated yet takes very little effort. The secret lies in the butter basting technique, which creates a rich, mahogany crust on the outside while keeping the steak incredibly tender and succulent on the inside.
Ingredients
- 1 large Ribeye steak about 1.5 lbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil high-heat
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh chives chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Pat the steak completely dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt and black pepper.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet (ideally cast iron) over high heat until just starting to smoke. Add steak and sear for 3–4 minutes without moving until a deep-brown crust forms.
- Flip: Turn the steak over and reduce heat to medium-high.
- Baste: Add the butter and garlic to the skillet. Once the butter is foaming, use a spoon to pour the melted garlic butter over the steak repeatedly for 3–4 minutes.
- Finish: Remove from heat when the steak reaches your desired doneness.
- Rest: Transfer the steak to a plate and pour the remaining pan sauce over it. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh chives.