Perfect Ribeye Steak Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 ribeye steak
- Sea salt flakes
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 50g butter
- 2 sprigs of thyme
- 1 clove of garlic, crushed with the skin on
Instructions:
Preparation:
- Remove the steak from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking. This ensures the steak reaches room temperature, which is crucial for even cooking.
Season:
- Season the steak generously. Coat both sides thoroughly with sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper to ensure even coverage and flavor.
Cook:
- Preheat your frying pan on the stove. If cooking two steaks, ensure your pan is large enough to accommodate both without crowding, or use two pans.
- Place the steak in the hot pan and sear over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Cooking time will vary based on your preferred level of doneness and the thickness of your steak. As a guideline, a 3cm-thick steak will usually cook to medium-rare in about 5 minutes.
- Check for doneness using a meat thermometer: 50°C for rare, 60°C for medium, and 70°C for well-done.
Baste:
- After flipping the steak for the first time, add the butter, thyme, and garlic to the pan.
- Baste the steak by tilting the pan slightly so the butter pools, then spooning it continuously over the steak for about a minute.
Rest:
- Remove the steak from the pan once cooked to your liking and let it rest for 5 minutes. This resting period is essential as it allows the fibers of the meat to relax and reabsorb their juices, ensuring a moist and flavorful steak.
Serve:
- Slice the steak against the grain into strips, give it a final seasoning if desired, and serve with your preferred sides and sauces.
This method for preparing ribeye steak emphasizes the importance of seasoning, cooking technique, and resting time to achieve a perfectly cooked, juicy, and flavorful steak. Whether you’re an experienced cook or trying your hand at steak for the first time, this recipe is straightforward and guaranteed to impress.