Here’s the Perfect Ribeye Steak—deep crust, juicy center, steakhouse-style flavor, and simple steps. This method works for cast iron, grill, or air fryer.

🥩 Perfect Ribeye Steak (Steakhouse Method)

Serves: 1–2
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6–12 minutes
Rest Time: 5 minutes

🧂 What You Need

• 1 ribeye steak (1–1½ inches thick)
• 1–2 tbsp high-heat oil (avocado, canola, grapeseed)
• Kosher salt
• Freshly cracked black pepper

Optional (but amazing)

• 2 tbsp butter
• 3–4 garlic cloves, smashed
• 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary

🔥 1. Prep the Steak

1. Pat steak completely dry.
2. Season generously with salt & pepper on all sides.
3. Let sit at room temp for 20–30 minutes (better sear).

🍳 2. Cast-Iron Sear (Best Method)

Preheat

Heat a cast-iron skillet on high for 4–5 minutes until smoking hot.

Sear

1. Add 1–2 tbsp oil.
2. Lay the steak down away from you.
3. Sear 2 minutes without touching.
4. Flip and sear another 2 minutes.

Baste (Optional but legendary)

Reduce heat to medium.
Add:

• butter
• garlic
• thyme/rosemary

Tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the steak for 30–60 seconds.

Finish to Desired Doneness

Use these guidelines (1–1½” steak):

• Rare: 120–125°F (usually ~5–6 min total)
• Medium-rare: 130–135°F (6–8 min total)
• Medium: 140–145°F
• Medium-well: 150°F+

You can also finish in a 400°F oven for 3–5 minutes if very thick.

🛑 3. Rest

Let the steak rest 5 minutes to keep the juices inside.

🍽️ 4. Serve

Slice against the grain if serving cut.
Top with:

• Garlic herb butter
• Flaky sea salt
• Fresh cracked pepper

🔥 Grill Instructions

1. Preheat grill to 450–500°F.
2. Sear 2–3 min per side, then move to indirect heat.
3. Cook until desired internal temperature is reached.
4. Rest 5 minutes.

🌬️ Air Fryer Instructions

1. Preheat to 400°F.
2. Lightly oil & season steak.
3. Air fry 10–14 minutes, flipping halfway.
4. Rest 5 minutes.

⭐ Make It Restaurant-Level

• Add a finishing pat of compound butter (garlic, parsley, lemon zest).
• Dry brine the steak: salt it 2–24 hours ahead in the fridge.
• Use a thermometer—steak goes from perfect to overdone fast.

Want a variation?
✅ Peppercorn ribeye
✅ Cajun ribeye
✅ Garlic butter ribeye
Just tell me!