My Pan Seared Steak is tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor! This is a fool-proof recipe you will want to make time and time again. Ready in just under 30 minutes, this gorgeous pan-seared steak recipe is basted with garlic herb butter and browned to perfection with a perfectly cooked middle. Enjoy!
Best Pan-Seared Steak
My family and I love steak for dinner - especially ribeye! Who doesn’t love a good, juicy ribeye steak? One of my favorite ways to prepare steak is using this classic pan-searing method. It’s a great method for controlling the internal temperature of the steak while giving it that perfect sear. All you need is a hot pan and your stove! The secret to the perfect pan-seared steak is getting an incredible sear on the outside. This locks in the flavor of the beef and adds the perfect texture to the steak. Because this is a ribeye, there is a higher fat content from the marbling (distribution of fat) in the steak. The high heat of the cast iron pan against the fat of the beef is what creates the perfect crust! Thanks to the fresh thyme, garlic, and melted butter, each bite of pan-seared ribeye is better than the last. There is nothing more impressive than bringing a large platter of perfectly cooked pan-seared ribeye steaks to the table with melting butter and fresh herbs sprinkled throughout.
Pan Seared Steak Ingredients
ribeye steak (or steak of your choice)coarse kosher saltcracked black pepperthyme sprigsgarlic cloves partially crushedbutter
How to Cook a Steak in a Pan
Pan Sear Ribeye Steak Recipe Tips
Allow your steaks to come to room temperature. If your steaks are cold when put into the hot pan, they will shrivel and you will not get as tender or juicy of a steak! Leave them out for 30 minutes prior to cooking. If you have time to salt your steaks while they are coming to room temperature, this is ideal! Moisture from inside the steak will rise to the surface thanks to the salt, meaning you get a perfectly flavored bite each time. Be sure to pat the steak dry to remove access moisture before putting them into the hot cast iron skillet. Use a really hot cast iron pan to achieve the perfect sear! It is important to preheat your cast iron for 5 minutes in a 450°F oven. Do not crowd your pan. If you are cooking more than one steak at a time, work in batches because overcrowding will not give you the same result. Take the time to baste your ribeye in the crushed garlic, butter, and thyme. You will want to generously coat the ribeye in this mixture for maximum flavor! I use this method on a less expensive cut of beef like London broil and it is equally delicious.
Ribeye Steak Temperature Chart
For more info on finding the perfect temperature for your ribeye steak, take a look at my Steak Temperature Chart.
Best Sauces for Steak
The best sauce pairing for this pan-seared ribeye steak is my Red Wine Reduction Sauce. Trust me - make this steak with this sauce! You will love this combination.For a fun twist, sometimes I will use my delicious Chimichurri Sauce on this recipe too. Garlic Butter Sauce is another amazing option. If you want an over-the-top steak experience, truffle butter is the way to go. Horseradish Sauce is another great option on steaks!Au Jus Sauce is a true classic that elevates any steak.
What to Serve with Cast Iron Ribeye
Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Steak and potatoes are one of the most delicious food combinations of all time. This is a classic pairing I like to serve in my home!Steakhouse MushroomsCaramelized Onions
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