No need for a fancy steakhouse when you can create a perfectly pan seared Wagyu ribeye steak from the comfort of your own kitchen! This simple method of pan searing is guaranteed to result in a flawlessly cooked Wagyu Ribeye straight out of any steak lover's dreams!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time6 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Course: Beef Dishes, Dinner Recipes, Main Course, Main Dish
Bring a medium to a large skillet or frying pan to medium-high heat with the olive oil, making sure that it is really HOT before you place your steak(s) in the pan.
2 tablespoon olive oil
Season the wagyu steak side facing up with my steak seasoning, using your fingertips to press the seasoning in to set it firmly - season the fatty sides for extra flavor!
8 oz wagyu ribeye steak, ½ tablespoon steak seasoning
Place the steak in the pan, seasoned side down, and then season the side of the steak that is facing upward. Do not move the steak until you are ready to flip it over to cook the other side. If your steak is about 1" thick, cook the first side for 3-4 minutes, if it is 1 ½" thick let it cook for about 5 minutes (for medium-rare).
Turn the steak and cook for the same amount of time, depending on the steak thickness ( 3-4 minutes for 1" thick steak, or 5 minutes for a 1 ½" thick steak ). The fat should all be rendered from the steak when done, and the internal temperature should be about 135°F (57°C).
Place the butter, garlic, and herbs into the pan once you have turned your steak(s), let it melt, then spoon over the cooked side of your steak (basting or 'arroser') while you finish cooking.
1 tablespoon butter, 2 garlic cloves, fresh herbs
Remove the cooked steak from the frying pan or skillet and tent a square of aluminum foil over it, allowing the steak to rest for about 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
I do recommend cast iron pans for cooking any pan-seared steak. The cast iron caramelizes the steaks and results in a better flavor. However, that is a personal preference so any medium to large skillet or frying pan will work.
If you are cooking more than one ribeye steak at a time, it is important not to crowd your frying pan or skillet. If you need to, use multiple pans or cook your steaks in batches.
The garlic and herbs can be placed into the frying pan at the start of cooking your wagyu steak, or when you turn the steak, as well as at the end to infuse the melting butter with more flavor.