Master the ultimate French bistro dish—juicy pan-seared ribeye with crispy golden fries and melting garlic-herb butter. A timeless combo of elegance and comfort, ready in 40 minutes!
Ingredients
For the Steak:
- 2 ribeye steaks (1.5″ thick, ~12 oz each)
- 2 tbsp high-smoke-point oil (avocado or grapeseed)
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
For the Garlic-Herb Butter:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp thyme leaves
- ½ tsp lemon zest
For the Fries:
- 2 large russet potatoes, cut into ¼” sticks
- 4 cups peanut oil (for frying)
- Salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep Fries:
- Soak potato sticks in cold water for 30 mins. Pat dry.
- Fry at 300°F (150°C) for 5 mins (blanching). Drain. Increase oil to 375°F (190°C), fry again for 3-4 mins until golden. Salt immediately.
2️⃣ Cook Steak:
- Pat steaks dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking.
- Sear steaks 3-4 mins per side for medium-rare (130°F). Add 1 tbsp butter during last minute, baste.
3️⃣ Make Compound Butter:
- Mix softened butter with garlic, herbs, and lemon zest.
4️⃣ Serve:
- Top steaks with butter. Serve with fries and a green salad.
