This recipe teaches you how to prepare grilled ribeye steak, a superior protein that is tender, juicy, and incredibly simple to make.
Tie up your apron, fire up the grill, and let’s get started as we work with Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner. on behalf of the Beef Checkoff to demonstrate the benefits of grilled ribeye steak.
So long as it’s not raining, lighting up the grill is a great idea. Nothing says summer quite like Ribeye Steaks on the grill, but let’s be honest, a winter Ribeye is always welcome on the table.
If you’re hosting for close family, new friends, or picky kids, I’m always confident that this cut will be a hit, whether you’re throwing small dinner parties, Fourth of July, or Labor Day cookouts.
This is precisely why this recipe will be a keeper; with perfect marbling and a naturally tender texture, ribeye doesn’t need to be fussed with too much to turn out delicious; a little salt and pepper, and a pat of butter to finish, go a long way.
How to Cook a Ribeye Steak
Perfectly Grilled Steak 🔗
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Prep: 0 15min0
Total: 0 30min0
Serving Size: 1 of 10 servings
Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 10 servings, calories 315, Fat 24g, Saturated Fat 9g, Carbohydrate 0g, Fiber 0g, Sugar 0g, Protein 24g, Cholesterol 100mg, Sodium 324mg
Ingredients:
- 4 1 1/4-to-1 1/2-inch-thick boneless rib-eye or New York strip steaks (about 12 ounces each) or filets mignons (8 to 10 ounces each), trimmed
- 2 tablespoons canola or extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Instruction:
- About 20 minutes before grilling, remove the steaks from the refrigerator and let sit, covered, at room temperature.
- Heat your grill to high. Brush the steaks on both sides with oil and season liberally with salt and pepper. Place the steaks on the grill and cook until golden brown and slightly charred, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn the steaks over and continue to grill 3 to 5 minutes for medium-rare (an internal temperature of 135 degrees F), 5 to 7 minutes for medium (140 degrees F) or 8 to 10 minutes for medium-well (150 degrees F).
- Transfer the steaks to a cutting board or platter, tent loosely with foil and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
FAQ
How long do you grill a ribeye?
A meat thermometer should read 130°F, and the steaks should rest for 5 minutes before being served, lightly covered with foil. For the ideal medium-rare degree of doneness, your ribeye steak grill time should be 9–12 minutes for a 1-inch steak and 12–15 minutes for a 112-inch steak, turning about 1 minute before the halfway point.
What should I season my ribeye steak with?
If you want to get fancy, you can add spices like chili powder, paprika, or garlic powder to the rub. Just before grilling, brush the steaks lightly on both sides with olive oil and sprinkle them with salt and pepper.
Should I sear my ribeye before grilling?
You can use garlic, thyme, tarragon, minced onion, and whatever other seasonings you enjoy with steak. It’s common to use freshly ground black pepper with ribeye steak because many people like to add some whenever salt is involved.