Go Back Email Link
–+ servings
picture of steak in a pan with a pat of butter on top
Print Recipe
4.65 from 17 votes

The Best Pan Fried Ribeye Steaks

Pan Fried Ribeye Steaks - the best pan seared ribeye steaks cooked to perfect medium rare with a crunchy crust right from the stovetop!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Additional Time10 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Steak
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, best steak recipe, cast iron, keto, main dish, pan fried ribeye steaks, pan fried steak, pan fry, quick steak, ribeye steaks, steak
Servings: 2 steaks
Calories: 440kcal
Author: Courtney O'Dell

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 large ribeye steaks
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon celtic sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon aleppo or cayenne pepper
  • 2 tbsp compound butter

Instructions

  • Let steaks come to room temperature, set on counter about 20-30 minutes before cooking.
  • Pat ribeye steaks dry with paper towel, making sure there is no packaging liquid or water on steaks at all.
  • Rub steaks with softened butter.
  • Generously season steaks with salt, pepper, and cayenne or aleppo pepper.
  • Heat cast iron or heavy pan on stove with fan running on high until scorching hot.
  • Lay steaks into pan and cook, 3 3/2 minutes on one side.
  • Flip steak, cook 3 1/2-4 minutes more.
  • Gauge steak temperature and cook to 135 degrees for medium rare.
  • When steak is cooked to your preference, remove from pan and place on plate or cutting board and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve with a pat of compound butter on top and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 127mg | Sodium: 1290mg | Fiber: 1g