
A perfectly cooked ribeye steak creates a restaurant experience at home with simple ingredients and proper technique.
Essential Ingredients:
- Quality ribeye: Choose well-marbled
- Coarse salt: Creates perfect crust
- Fresh pepper: Adds depth
- Olive oil: For searing
- Quality butter: Adds richness
- Cast iron skillet: For perfect sear

Detailed Instructions:
- Prepare Steak
- Bring to room temperature
- Pat completely dry
- Season generously
- Let rest 30 minutes
- Heat Pan
- Place cast iron over high heat
- Wait until very hot
- Add oil
- Watch for slight smoke
- Cook Steak
- Place in hot pan
- Don't move or touch
- Flip once halfway
- Add butter after flip
- Rest and Serve
- Remove at desired temperature
- Rest 5-10 minutes
- Slice against grain
- Serve immediately
Storage Tips:
Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated. Reheat gently at 250°F.
Perfect Pairings:
Serve with garlic mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.

Chef's Tips:
- Use quality meat
- Keep pan very hot
- Don't move steak while cooking
- Let rest properly
Years of cooking steaks taught me that proper temperature control and resting time create the perfect steakhouse experience at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why room temperature?
- Cold steaks cook unevenly. Let rest 30-60 minutes first.
- → Best doneness?
- Medium-rare (130-135°F) best showcases ribeye flavor.
- → Why rest after cooking?
- Keeps juices in meat instead of running out.
- → Pan smoking?
- Normal for high heat cooking. Ensure good ventilation.
- → How to slice?
- Against the grain for most tender bites.