Gordon Ramsay Cast Iron Steak Recipe
A classic Gordon Ramsay cast iron steak recipe with garlic, butter, thyme, and olive oil for a perfectly seared steak at home.
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet
- Tongs
- Spoon for basting
- Paper towels
- Knife and cutting board
- Meat thermometer (optional but helpful)
Ingredients
- 2 ribeye or strip steaks about 250g each
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves crushed
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Remove the steaks from the fridge and let them sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat the cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Add olive oil and let it heat until shimmering.
- Place the steaks in the pan and press lightly to ensure full contact.
- Cook without moving for 2–3 minutes to form a crust.
- Flip the steaks and add butter, garlic, thyme, and rosemary.
- Tilt the pan slightly and begin basting the steak with melted butter using a spoon.
- Continue cooking for another 2–4 minutes depending on desired doneness.
- Remove steaks from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice and serve immediately.