Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Ribeye steak, at least 1-inch thick
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Canola oil, for frying
- 1 knob of butter
- Optional: smashed garlic or fresh thyme
Instructions
- Bring the steak to room temperature.
- Season the steak generously with salt.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Add a little canola oil to the pan.
- Place the steak in the pan and do not touch it for 2-3 minutes.
- Flip the steak and sear the other side until a brown crust forms.
- Near the end of cooking, add a knob of butter and any aromatics such as garlic or thyme.
- Baste the steak with the melted butter.
- Check for doneness by feel or with a thermometer.
- Remove from the pan and let it rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For perfect doneness, aim for a few degrees under your goal temperature as the steak continues to cook while resting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg