The Best Pan Fried Ribeye Steaks

Step 1

Let steaks come to room temperature, set on counter about 20-30 minutes before cooking.

Step 2

Pat ribeye steaks dry with paper towel, making sure there is no packaging liquid or water on steaks at all.

Step 3

Rub steaks with softened butter.

Step 4

Generously season steaks with salt, pepper, and cayenne or aleppo pepper.

Step 5

Heat cast iron or heavy pan on stove with fan running on high until scorching hot.

Step 6

Lay steaks into pan and cook, 3 3/2 minutes on one side.

Step 7

Flip steak, cook 3 1/2-4 minutes more.

Step 8

Gauge steak temperature and cook to 135 degrees for medium rare.

Step 9

When steak is cooked to your preference, remove from pan and place on plate or cutting board and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Serve with a pat of compound butter on top and enjoy!