Description
Ingredients:
- Ribeye roast: 1.5 kg to 2 kg (bone-in for more flavor or boneless depending on preference)
- Coarse sea salt: 15-25 grams (adjust based on taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper: 5-10 grams
- Olive oil: 30 ml
- Garlic: 3-5 cloves, minced
- Fresh rosemary or thyme: A few sprigs, finely chopped (optional)
- Butter: 50 grams (optional, for basting)
Preparation Steps:
- Preparation:
- Remove the ribeye from the refrigerator 1-2 hours before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This helps with even cooking.
- Preheat your oven to 220°C.
- Seasoning:
- Pat the ribeye dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
- Rub the olive oil all over the ribeye.
- Generously season the meat with coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Ensure you cover all sides.
- If using, mix minced garlic and chopped herbs with a little more olive oil and rub it onto the meat for added flavor.
- Searing (optional but recommended):
- Heat a large, oven-safe skillet or pan over high heat.
- Once hot, sear the ribeye on all sides for about 2-3 minutes per side until it develops a nice brown crust. This step enhances the flavor but can be skipped if you prefer a simpler method.
- Roasting:
- After searing, transfer the skillet with the ribeye (or place the ribeye on a roasting rack in a baking dish) into the preheated oven.
- Roast at 220°C for about 20 minutes for a medium-rare finish.
- After 20 minutes, lower the oven temperature to 160°C and continue roasting. For a 1.5 kg ribeye, aim for approximately 45-60 minutes for medium-rare (an internal temperature of about 55-57°C). Adjust according to the desired doneness:
- Rare: 50-52°C
- Medium-rare: 55-57°C
- Medium: 60-63°C
- Medium-well: 65-68°C
- Well done: 70°C and above
- Basting (optional):
- If desired, during the last 20-30 minutes of cooking, you can baste the ribeye with melted butter for added richness.
- Resting:
- Once the ribeye reaches your desired internal temperature, remove it from the oven and cover it loosely with aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 15-20 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute.
- Serving:
- After resting, slice the ribeye against the grain and serve with your favorite sides.
Tips:
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately gauge the internal temperature.
- Serve with a rich gravy or sauce to complement the flavors.