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Perfect Whiskey Glazed Ribeye Steak Recipe with Garlic Herb Butter

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A quick and easy recipe for a juicy ribeye steak glazed with a sweet and smoky whiskey reduction, topped with a fragrant garlic herb butter for a rich, flavorful finish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (12-16 oz) well-marbled ribeye steak, about 1-inch thick
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) whiskey (e.g., Jameson)
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, combine 4 tbsp softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, and 1 tsp lemon juice. Mix until well blended. Set aside or refrigerate if prepping ahead.
  2. Season the Ribeye: Pat the ribeye dry with paper towels. Generously season both sides with coarse kosher salt and cracked black pepper. Let it rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Make the Whiskey Glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/4 cup whiskey and 2 tbsp brown sugar. Stir gently until sugar dissolves. Let simmer until reduced by about half and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Sear the Steak: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place the ribeye in the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes without moving. Flip and sear the other side for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare. Sear fat edges briefly if present.
  5. Add Garlic Herb Butter: In the last minute of cooking, dollop half the garlic herb butter on top of the steak. Spoon some melted butter over the steak as it finishes cooking.
  6. Rest the Steak: Transfer the steak to a warm plate and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 5-7 minutes to redistribute juices.
  7. Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the whiskey glaze over the rested steak. Add a final pat of garlic herb butter on top if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat steak dry before seasoning for best sear. Let steak rest after cooking to keep it juicy. Reduce whiskey glaze slowly to avoid burning. Garlic herb butter can be made ahead and refrigerated. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative and use coconut oil for searing. Adjust cooking time for different steak cuts or doneness preferences.

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