Ribeye steak

 

Perfectly Cooked Steak

Ingredients

• 1 steak
• Sea salt flakes
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 50 g butter
• 2 sprigs of thyme
• 1 garlic clove, crushed with peel

Instructions

Preparing the Steak

1. Take the steak out of the refrigerator at least half an hour before cooking to bring it to room temperature. This ensures the steak cooks evenly.
2. Season the steak generously with sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper on both sides, ensuring an even coating.
3. Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. If cooking two steaks, use a large pan or two pans to avoid overcrowding.
4. Add the steak to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, depending on thickness and desired doneness. As a guideline, a 3 cm fillet should be cooked for about 5 minutes total. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature: 50°C for Rare, 60°C for Medium, and 70°C for Well Done.
5. After flipping the steak for the first time, add the butter, thyme, and garlic to the pan. Baste the steak by tilting the pan towards you to collect the butter and pouring it over the steak continuously for about a minute.
6. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes. This step is crucial as it allows the meat fibers to relax and reabsorb their juices, ensuring a juicy steak when cut.
7. Slice the steak into strips, season if needed, and serve with your favorite side dishes and sauce.

Tips

• Bringing the steak to room temperature ensures even cooking.
• Resting the steak is essential to retain its juices.
• Use a meat thermometer for precise cooking.