Description
A quick and easy pan-seared steak recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Customize the seasoning and herbs to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Ribeye Steak (or your choice of cut)
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil or Butter
- 1–2 Cloves Garlic (optional)
- Fresh Herbs (like Thyme or Rosemary, optional)
Instructions
- Take the steak out of the refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Season both sides of the steak generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes then add olive oil or butter.
- Add the steak to the pan and sear for 3-5 minutes until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Flip the steak and cook for another 3-5 minutes for medium-rare, adding garlic and herbs if desired.
- Check doneness with a meat thermometer (130°F for medium-rare).
- Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
This recipe is versatile; feel free to adapt the seasoning and herbs based on your preferences or what’s available in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg