Pan-Seared, Butter-Basted Thick-Cut Steak Recipe for Juicy Perfection
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Master the art of cooking a thick-cut steak with this pan-seared, butter-basted recipe that promises juicy perfection.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Carnivore
- 2 thick-cut ribeye steaks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Remove steaks from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks to the skillet once it’s hot.
- Cook without moving for about 4-5 minutes until a crust forms.
- Flip the steaks and add butter, garlic, and thyme to the skillet.
- Baste the steaks with melted butter for an additional 4-5 minutes or until desired doneness is reached.
- Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the steak.
- Letting the steak rest helps redistribute the juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 150mg