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

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A rich, juicy ribeye steak glazed with a sweet bourbon sauce and topped with a silky garlic herb butter, perfect for a special steakhouse-style meal at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ribeye steak, 12-16 oz (340–450 g), about 1-inch thick, well-marbled
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) bourbon whiskey
  • 2 tablespoons (25 g) brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (for glaze)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for herb butter)
  • 4 tablespoons (57 g) unsalted butter, softened (half for butter topping, half for cooking and glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • Salt, to taste (preferably coarse sea salt)
  • Black pepper, freshly cracked, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons (28 g) softened unsalted butter with 2 cloves minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, and a splash of lemon juice. Stir until well combined and refrigerate to firm up.
  2. Season the Ribeye: Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with coarse salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. Make the Bourbon Glaze: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup (60 ml) bourbon, 2 tablespoons (25 g) brown sugar, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir to blend.
  4. Sear the Steak: Heat 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the ribeye and sear for 4 minutes without moving it to form a crust. Flip and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes for medium-rare (internal temp about 130°F/54°C).
  5. Add Bourbon Glaze: Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour the bourbon glaze around the steak (not directly on top). Spoon the glaze over the steak as it simmers for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened and sticky. Be cautious of flare-ups.
  6. Rest and Top: Remove steak from pan and transfer to a plate. Let rest for 5-7 minutes. Place a generous dollop of garlic herb butter on top to melt over the warm steak.

Notes

Bring steak to room temperature before cooking and pat dry for best sear. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. Be cautious when adding bourbon glaze as alcohol can ignite. Rest steak after cooking to lock in juices. If glaze thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen.

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