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Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Garlic Herb Compound Butter

Chef Emily Carter By Chef Emily Carter
ā€¢ Published: Sep 11, 2026 (Updated: Oct 04, 2026) ā€¢ ā˜… 4.9 (340 ratings)
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Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Garlic Herb Compound Butter
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
2 steaks
Calories
650 kcal
Cuisine
American

A 5-star steakhouse sear in your kitchen: Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with a dark crust and buttery center continually basted with foaming garlic rosemary butter.

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Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Garlic Herb Compound Butter

ā˜… 4.9 / 5 (340 reader reviews) Yield: 2 steaks

Cast-iron seared ribeye basted with foaming rosemary garlic butter to buttery medium-rare perfection. Master steakhouse cooking at home in 15 minutes.

šŸ›’ Ingredients

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ³ Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Bring steaks to room temp; season aggressively.
  2. 2
    Sear in smoking hot cast iron for 2-3 mins until dark crust forms. Flip.
  3. 3
    Add butter, smashed garlic, and herbs.
  4. 4
    Spoon foaming butter over steaks for 2-3 mins until 130Ā°F inside.
  5. 5
    Rest 8 mins before slicing.
šŸ’” Chef's Insider Tip: Resting allows muscle fibers to relax and reabsorb delicious juices.

šŸ„— Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

650
Calories
54g
Protein
1g
Carbs
48g
Fat
0g
Fiber

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šŸ’¬ Kitchen FAQs & Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about making Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Garlic Herb Compound Butter? Here are chef-tested answers, storage advice, and easy substitutions.

How do I get a restaurant-quality crust on my ribeye steak?

Pat the steak completely dry with paper towels, salt generously at least 45 minutes beforehand, and use a smoking-hot cast iron skillet with high-smoke-point oil (avocado or grapeseed).

What is butter-basting (arroser) and when should I do it?

In the final 2 minutes of searing, add whole butter, crushed garlic, and fresh rosemary/thyme to the skillet. Tilt the pan and spoon foaming aromatic butter repeatedly over the steak to impart rich flavor and even cooking.

What temperature should I pull a ribeye steak for medium-rare?

Remove the steak from the heat at 125Ā°Fā€“130Ā°F (52Ā°Cā€“54Ā°C). During 8-10 minutes of resting, carryover cooking will bring it to an ideal 135Ā°F medium-rare with rendered, buttery fat.

Why is resting the steak so crucial?

Resting allows the muscle fibers to relax and retain moisture. If sliced immediately, the savory juices will leak out onto the cutting board, resulting in dry meat.

Chef Emily Carter

Recipe Created by Chef Emily Carter

Professional culinary chef and recipe developer with 12+ years of experience crafting foolproof family meals, comfort food classics, and healthy weeknight dinners.

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