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Perfect Whiskey-Glazed Ribeye Steak Recipe with Garlic Herb Butter

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A quick and easy ribeye steak recipe featuring a sweet whiskey glaze and rich garlic herb butter, perfect for special occasions or a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ribeye steaks, about 12 oz (340 g) each, well-marbled
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) whiskey (bourbon or rye recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Garlic Herb Butter:
  • 4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped (or rosemary)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
  • Zest of half a lemon
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, thyme, chives, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth. Set aside or refrigerate to firm up.
  2. Season the Ribeye: Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Let rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  3. Heat the Pan: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Heat until just smoking, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Sear the Steaks: Add steaks to the pan and sear for 4 minutes without moving to form a crust. Flip and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer to check for 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
  5. Make the Whiskey Glaze: Remove steaks and tent with foil to rest. Lower heat to medium, add whiskey and brown sugar to the skillet. Stir continuously as sugar melts and whiskey reduces to a sticky glaze, about 3-5 minutes. Avoid burning.
  6. Glaze the Steaks: Return steaks to the pan briefly, spooning glaze over to coat well.
  7. Serve: Transfer steaks to plates and top each with a generous dollop of garlic herb butter. Let butter melt over the hot steak before serving.

Notes

Let the steak rest after searing for at least 5-10 minutes to retain juiciness. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. Avoid burning the whiskey glaze by stirring continuously and keeping heat moderate. Garlic herb butter can be made ahead and refrigerated. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil. For alcohol-free glaze, use apple cider vinegar and honey.

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