Jul 14 2026
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Entrecôte Grillée Recipe

Time1h 5m
Serves1

Grilled Rib Eye Steak 400g

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Ingredients

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Steaks & seasoning

To serve (optional)

Method

Steaks & seasoning

  1. 1

    Bring steak to temperature

    Remove the 400 g rib eye from the refrigerator 30–45 minutes before cooking so it comes close to room temperature. Pat the steak dry on all sides with paper towels — a dry surface gives a better sear.

  2. 2

    Season

    Just before cooking, season both sides generously with the 1.5 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper. If using, sprinkle the 0.25 tsp garlic powder evenly. Press the seasoning lightly so it adheres.

Cooking fats & finishing

  1. 3

    Preheat pan or grill

    If using a heavy skillet (cast iron) or stainless steel pan, place it over high heat and let it get very hot for 5 minutes. If grilling, preheat the grill to high (450–550°F / 230–290°C) and clean the grates.

  2. 4

    Sear the steak

    Add 1 tbs neutral oil to the hot pan and swirl once. Lay the steak in the pan away from you to avoid splatter. Sear without moving for 2.5–3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for 2.5–3 minutes.

  3. 5

    Baste and finish

    Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tbs unsalted butter, 2 crushed garlic cloves (with skin), and 2 sprigs of thyme or rosemary to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and use a spoon to baste the steak continuously for 1.5–3 minutes while the butter foams. Continue until the internal temperature reaches your target: 50–52°C (122–126°F) for rare, 54–57°C (130–135°F) for medium-rare, or 60–63°C (140–145°F) for medium. If using a grill, move the steak to a cooler zone, close the lid and check temperature with an instant-read thermometer; add butter and herbs in a heatproof spoon or on a small cast-iron plank to baste if possible.

  4. 6

    Carryover & rest

    Remove the steak from the pan or grill when it is 3–5°F (about 2–3°C) below your target, as it will continue to rise while resting. Transfer to a cutting board and loosely tent with foil. Rest for 8–10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.

  5. 7

    Finish and serve

    Slice the steak against the grain into desired thickness. Sprinkle a pinch (about 0.25 tsp) of coarse finishing salt if using and serve with lemon wedges alongside. Spoon any reserved pan juices or butter-herb-garlic mixture over the slices.

To serve (optional)

  1. 8

    Pair the entrecôte with roasted vegetables, a simple green salad, or classic pommes frites. Serve immediately while warm.

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