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Savory Bourbon-Glazed Ribeye Steak Recipe with Easy Garlic Herb Butter

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A rich and flavorful ribeye steak glazed with a smoky bourbon sauce and topped with a creamy garlic herb butter, perfect for a quick yet indulgent meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 thick-cut ribeye steaks (about 12 oz / 340 g each), well-marbled
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) good-quality bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • Salt and coarse black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prep the Garlic Herb Butter (10 minutes): In a small bowl, mix the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, and lemon zest. Stir until well combined. Transfer to parchment paper, roll into a log, and refrigerate.
  2. Make the Bourbon Glaze (5 minutes): In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, and 1 minced garlic clove. Stir continuously until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens slightly (3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Season the Ribeye (5 minutes): Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  4. Sear the Steak (8-10 minutes): Heat cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Add olive oil, then place ribeyes in skillet. Sear 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (130°F / 54°C internal temperature). Adjust time for preferred doneness. Flip only once.
  5. Glaze the Steak (2 minutes): Lower heat to medium-low, brush bourbon glaze generously over both sides. Cook 1-2 minutes more, spooning glaze to build a shiny coating.
  6. Rest the Steak (5-7 minutes): Remove steaks from pan, place on cutting board, cover loosely with foil to rest.
  7. Serve: Slice garlic herb butter into rounds and place a slice on each steak just before serving to melt.

Notes

If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water or more bourbon to loosen. Let steaks come to room temperature before cooking for even doneness. Use a meat thermometer for best results. Rest steak before serving to keep it juicy. For dairy-free butter, substitute vegan butter or coconut oil. Glaze can burn quickly due to sugar, so stir constantly and watch heat.

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