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Perfect Grilled Steak Recipe: Herb Butter Perfection
Emily

Perfect Grilled Steak with Herb Butter

Experience restaurant-quality grilled steak at home with this easy recipe. Featuring a thick-cut ribeye, seasoned generously and grilled to perfection with the help of two-zone heat, it's finished with a simple yet decadent herb butter. This dish is quick enough for weeknights but impressive enough for entertaining.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2-inch thick Ribeye steak (bone-in or out, about 1 1/2 pounds without bone)
  • 3/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary

Method
 

  1. Remove steak from refrigerator 1 hour before cooking. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. Generously season the steak on all sides with sea salt and black pepper.
  3. Allow steak to sit uncovered at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours, refrigerated, to allow salt to penetrate.
  4. Prepare your grill for two-zone cooking: establish a hot zone (direct heat) and a cooler zone (indirect heat).
  5. Add herb butter ingredients to a small bowl: softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, and rosemary. Mix until well combined. Set aside.
  6. Clean grill grates and oil them.
  7. Sear the steak over the hot zone for 2-3 minutes per side, until a beautiful crust forms.
  8. Move the steak to the cooler zone of the grill. Close the lid and continue cooking until desired doneness is reached (approximately 8-12 minutes more for medium-rare, depending on thickness and grill temperature).
  9. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy: 125°F (52°C) for rare, 135°F (57°C) for medium-rare, 145°F (63°C) for medium.
  10. Once cooked, remove steak from grill and let it rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.
  11. Top the resting steak with a dollop of the prepared herb butter, allowing it to melt over the top.

Notes

For best flavor and tenderness, choose a well-marbled cut of steak. Ensure the steak is completely dry before seasoning for a superior crust. Resting the steak after grilling is crucial for juicy results.