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Star Anise and Grapefruit-Crusted Ribeye with Ginger-Shallot Compound Butter

Star Anise and Grapefruit-Crusted Ribeye with Ginger-Shallot Compound Butter

A flavorful ribeye steak crusted with star anise and grapefruit zest, served with a rich ginger-shallot compound butter.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 steak Ribeye steak About 1 ½ inches thick
  • 1 tablespoon Star anise powder
  • 1 tablespoon Grapefruit zest Zest of 1 grapefruit
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
For the Ginger-Shallot Compound Butter
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Softened
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Shallots Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Honey
  • to taste Salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, minced ginger, minced shallots, honey, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  2. Transfer the mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap. Shape it into a log, wrap tightly, and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Pat the ribeye steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with star anise powder, grapefruit zest, salt, and black pepper.
  5. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the ribeye and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until a nice crust forms.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for an additional 6-8 minutes for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness.
  7. Remove the skillet from the oven and let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Slice the ribeye against the grain and serve topped with slices of the ginger-shallot compound butter. Enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, you can experiment with different herbs in the compound butter.