Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup softened unsalted butter, lemon zest, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Shape the mixture into a log, wrap it in parchment paper, and refrigerate until firm.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the leeks are soft and caramelized. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the ribeye steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and cracked black pepper.
- Place the seasoned ribeyes on the hot grill or skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting the time based on your preferred doneness. Once cooked to your liking, remove the steaks from the heat and let them rest for about 5 minutes.
- To serve, place a generous spoonful of the caramelized leeks on top of each ribeye steak. Slice the chilled herb-infused compound butter into rounds and place a slice on top of the leeks on each steak.
- Serve immediately, allowing the compound butter to melt over the warm leeks and steak.
Notes
For a twist, try adding a splash of balsamic vinegar to the leeks during cooking for added depth of flavor.
