Pan-Seared Ribeye Steak with Garlic Butter and Crispy Pork Belly Bites
A decadent carnivore dinner featuring a juicy pan-seared ribeye steak topped with melted garlic butter, accompanied by crispy pork belly bites for an extra burst of savory flavor.
Steps
- 1
Pat the ribeye steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with sea salt and black pepper.
- 2
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat until shimmering; add the pork belly cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are crispy and browned on all sides, about 15 minutes. Remove pork belly bites and drain on paper towels.
- 3
Preheat another heavy-bottom skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the ribeye steaks and sear for about 4 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or adjust time to your preferred doneness.
- 4
While steaks cook, mix 2 tablespoons softened butter with minced garlic and chopped fresh thyme in a small bowl to make garlic butter.
- 5
When steaks are nearly done, spread the garlic butter on top and let melt while resting the steaks for 5 minutes off the heat.
- 6
Plate the ribeye steaks, spoon the crispy pork belly bites around them, and garnish with extra thyme if desired. Serve immediately.
Tips from the chef
Allow steaks to come to room temperature before cooking to ensure even cooking.
Use a cast iron skillet for best sear and heat retention.
Resting the steak after cooking helps retain juices and improves tenderness.
Crispy pork belly bites add a wonderful texture contrast to the tender steak.
Adjust garlic butter seasoning to taste by adding a pinch of smoked paprika for variation.