Ribeye Steak recipe

Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 2

Description:
Indulge in a restaurant-quality steak dinner with this simple yet elegant pan-fried rib-eye steak recipe. The succulent rib-eye is seasoned to perfection, seared to a beautiful crust, and enriched with butter, garlic, and optional thyme for an unforgettable flavor.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 520
Fat: 39g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Sugars: 0g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 39g
Salt: 0.67g

Ingredients:

2 rib-eye steaks (each about 200g and 2cm thick)
1 tbsp sunflower oil
1 tbsp (25g) butter
1 garlic clove (left whole but lightly crushed)
Thyme (optional)

Instructions:

Season the Steaks:
- Up to 8 hours before cooking, pat the steaks dry with kitchen paper and season with salt and pepper. Store in the fridge until about 30 minutes before cooking.
Prepare the Pan:
- Heat the oil over high heat in a heavy-based frying pan that can comfortably fit both steaks. When the oil is shimmering, reduce the heat to medium-high and add the butter.
Cook the Steaks:
- Once the butter is sizzling, carefully place the steaks in the pan, tucking the garlic and optional thyme at the sides.
- Sear and turn the steaks every 30 seconds to 1 minute, aiming for a total of 4 minutes for rare, 5-6 minutes for medium, and 8-10 minutes for well done. Use a digital cooking thermometer for precise temperatures: 50°C for rare, 60°C for medium, and 70°C for well done.
Rest and Serve:
- Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest for at least 5 minutes on a warm plate or board, loosely covered with foil to retain heat and moisture.
Serve:
- After resting, serve the steaks whole or sliced thickly at an angle against the grain using a sharp knife for best presentation.

Tips:

For a classic accompaniment, consider making a red wine sauce or peppercorn sauce to serve with the steak.
Pair the steak with creamy mashed potatoes, crispy oven chips, or a fresh garden salad to complete the meal.