Ribeye Steak Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 ribeye steak
• Sea salt flakes
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 50g butter
• 2 sprigs of thyme
• 1 clove of crushed garlic with its skin

How to Make Ribeye Steak

1. Prepare the Steak:
   • Take the steak out of the refrigerator at least half an hour before cooking to allow it to reach room temperature. This ensures the steak cooks evenly.
   • Generously season the steak with sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
2. Cooking the Steak:
   • Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat. Ensure the pan is large enough to comfortably fit the steak. If cooking two steaks, use two pans and heat them simultaneously.
   • Add the steak to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Adjust the time based on the steak’s thickness and your preferred doneness. As a guideline, a 3cm thick steak should be cooked for about 5 minutes in total.
   • For precise doneness, use a meat thermometer:
     • Rare: 50°C (122°F)
     • Medium: 60°C (140°F)
     • Well done: 70°C (158°F)
3. Adding Flavor:
   • In the last minute of cooking, add 50g of butter, 2 sprigs of thyme, and 1 clove of crushed garlic (with skin) to the pan.
   • Baste the steak with the melted butter and aromatics for enhanced flavor.
4. Resting the Steak:
   • Once cooked to your desired doneness, remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the steak, ensuring a juicy and flavorful bite.

Weight Watchers Points

The Weight Watchers points for a ribeye steak can vary based on its size and how it’s cooked. However, a typical 8 oz (approximately 227g) ribeye steak is about 14 points. This does not include the added butter, which would add approximately 5 more points for 50g. Therefore, the total points for this recipe would be around 19 points. Adjustments should be made based on the specific weight and ingredients used.