Elegant Steak
Indulge in the sophistication of a perfectly cooked "Elegant Steak," a recipe designed to elevate your dining experience with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Featuring tender, juicy ribeye steaks seared to a golden-brown crust and basted in a luscious herb-infused butter made with fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic, this dish delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen. Using just a cast-iron skillet and a few pantry staples like kosher salt, black pepper, and olive oil, you can create a steak night masterpiece in under 20 minutes. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or a luxurious date night, with simple instructions that guarantee success every time. Serve sliced against the grain and drizzled with the rich pan juices for a meal that’s as elegant as it is effortless.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces ribeye steak (1-1.5 inches thick)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Remove the ribeye steaks from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to come to room temperature. Pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Generously season both sides of the steaks with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 3
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Step 4
Carefully place the steaks in the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them to achieve a golden-brown crust.
Step 5
Flip the steaks and cook for another 3 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. Adjust the time according to your desired level of doneness.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the unsalted butter, smashed garlic cloves, rosemary sprigs, and thyme sprigs to the skillet.
Step 7
Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to continuously baste the steaks with the melted herb butter for approximately 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the steaks from the skillet and transfer them to a cutting board. Tent loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 5-7 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Step 9
Slice the steaks against the grain and serve immediately, drizzled with the herb-infused butter from the skillet.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (546.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1632.9 |
| Total Fat 136.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 48.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 320mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1424.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 97.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 40IU | 0% |
| Calcium 76.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1155.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories