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Reverse Sear Ribeye

Reverse Sear Ribeye

600kcal
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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total 1 hour 10 minutes
Transform a simple ribeye into something spectacular with this Reverse Sear Ribeye recipe that guarantees a delicious outcome.
Servings 2 steaks
Course Dinner
Cuisine American

Ingredients

For the Steak
  • 1 steak Ribeye Steak A thick cut (1.5-2 inches)
  • 1 teaspoon Coarse Salt For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for flavor
For Searing
  • 2 tablespoons High Smoke-Point Oil Canola or avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Optional for richness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Optional for flavor
  • 1 sprig Fresh Herbs Optional: Rosemary or thyme

Equipment

  • Cast-iron skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Method

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to a low temperature, around 225°F (107°C).
  2. Pat dry the thick-cut ribeye steak completely with paper towels.
  3. Season generously on all sides with coarse salt and black pepper.
  4. Place the seasoned steak on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet.
  5. Bake until the steak reaches about 10-15°F below your target final temperature.
  6. Rest the steak for 5-10 minutes once out of the oven.
  7. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat with the oil until it just begins to smoke.
  8. Sear the steak carefully for 60-90 seconds per side.
  9. Add butter, garlic, and herbs to the pan during the last 30 seconds of searing.
  10. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for another 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving1steakCalories600kcalProtein50gFat45gSaturated Fat18gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat20gCholesterol130mgSodium800mgPotassium800mgIron3mg

Notes

For a delightful garnish, sprinkle with a touch of extra coarse salt before serving. Proper resting is key to juicy steak.

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