Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLona's Lil EatsRibeye Steak Recipe

Ribeye Steak Recipe

Inspired by Lona's Lil Eats
Time1h
Serves2

Juicy ribeye steak cooked to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Steak

Butter Baste

Method

Steak Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Steak

    Take the ribeye steaks and pat them dry with a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the steaks and rub it in. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

  2. 2

    Let it Rest

    Allow the seasoned steaks to sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. This helps them cook more evenly.

Cooking the Steak

  1. 3

    Heat the Pan

    In a large cast-iron skillet or heavy pan, heat over medium-high heat. Allow the pan to get very hot, approximately 5 minutes.

  2. 4

    Cook the Steak

    Once the pan is hot, add the ribeye steaks. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them to develop a nice crust.

  3. 5

    Flip the Steak

    Using tongs, flip the steaks to the other side and cook for another 4-5 minutes for medium-rare. Adjust time depending on desired doneness.

  4. 6

    Prepare Butter Baste

    While the steak cooks, add the unsalted butter and garlic cloves to the pan. As the butter melts, use a spoon to baste the melted butter over the steaks repeatedly.

  5. 7

    Add Fresh Herbs

    During the last minute of cooking, add the fresh rosemary sprigs to the pan for flavor.

Resting and Serving

  1. 8

    Let it Rest

    Once cooked, remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest on a cutting board for at least 5-10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Slice the ribeye against the grain and serve immediately. Enjoy your perfectly cooked ribeye steak!

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