Ribeye is many people's favorite steak, because it's so juicy and flavorsome. Luckily, it's simple to cook in a cast iron pan. Seasoning the beef for 30 minutes is the key to a nice crust on your steak.
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Yield: 1 Steak
Remove the steak from the fridge 30 min before cooking, and season immediately
Bring a dry cast iron pan to high heat (the meat has enough marbled fat, you don't need oil). After the pan begins to smoke, add the ribeye and leave it alone for 3 minutes before flipping
Flip it to the other side and cook for another 3 minutes
Cut the heat and add in the garlic, thyme and butter
Tilt the pan and baste the meat for a couple of minutes