Nothing says luxury and flavor like a perfectly seared tomahawk steak — juicy, tender, smoky, and dripping with garlic herb butter.
Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply craving restaurant-quality steak at home, this recipe will make you feel like a king.
Ingredients
1 large Tomahawk Ribeye steak (2–3 inches thick)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
4–6 garlic cloves, smashed
2–3 fresh rosemary sprigs
For Garlic Herb Butter
4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
1 clove minced garlic
1 pinch sea salt
Preparation & Cooking Steps
1️⃣ Season the Steak
Pat the steak dry with paper towels.
Rub with olive oil, then season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Let it rest at room temperature for 30–45 minutes.
2️⃣ Sear
Preheat grill or cast-iron pan to high heat.
Sear the steak for 3–4 minutes per side until beautifully caramelized.
3️⃣ Slow Cook to Perfection
Transfer to indirect heat (or into a 120°C / 250°F oven).
Cook until internal temp reaches:
125°F / 51°C — Medium-Rare
135°F / 57°C — Medium
Add garlic cloves and rosemary around the steak while it cooks.
4️⃣ Rest
Remove the steak and rest for 10 minutes to keep all the juices in.
5️⃣ Top with Garlic Herb Butter
Mix butter, parsley, thyme, garlic, and sea salt.
Spread over the hot steak and let it melt beautifully.