Description
Zero-Carb Ribeye Steak With Garlic Butter. This recipe delivers a perfectly seared, flavorful steak using simple, whole ingredients. You get rich garlic butter flavor without any added carbohydrates.
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye steaks, 1–1.5 inches thick
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons high-heat oil (avocado or light olive oil)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
Instructions
- Mix butter with garlic, rosemary, and thyme in a small bowl until combined; keep at room temperature for easy spreading.
- Heat a heavy skillet (cast iron works best) over medium-high heat until it just starts to smoke. Pat the steaks completely dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Add the oil to the hot pan, then place the steaks in. Sear for 3–4 minutes without moving them to build a good crust. Flip and sear for another 2–4 minutes, adjusting time based on steak thickness and how you like it cooked.
- Lower the heat to medium. Add half of the garlic butter to the pan. Tilt the pan and continuously baste the steaks for 30–60 seconds per side. Add the garlic butter after the initial sear to prevent the garlic from burning.
- Cook until the steak reaches your preferred internal temperature—aim for 125–130°F for medium-rare or 135–140°F for medium. Rest the steaks for 5–10 minutes on a cooling rack or cutting board to retain the juices.
- Place the remaining garlic butter on top of each steak. Slice the steak against the grain before serving.
Notes
- Zero-carb approach: Stick only to steak, salt, pepper, herbs, garlic, oil, and butter. Avoid all sugar, starches, or marinades.
- Sear success: Make sure your steak is dry and your pan is very hot. Flip the steak as little as possible. Add garlic butter after the crust forms to prevent scorching.
- Optional finish: If you have very thick steaks, finish them briefly in a 400°F oven after searing. Watch the internal temperature closely for accuracy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American