South Chicago Packing 100% Pure Seared Ribeye with Garlic Herb Butter

Thick bone-in ribeyes seared in premium wagyu tallow from South Chicago Packing 100% Pure to build an unbeatable Maillard crust, finished with a bright garlic-herb butter. A keto-friendly grilling recipe that prioritizes crust, richness, and a simple compound butter to lift the steak.

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Prep: 30m · Cook: 15m · Total45 mins
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Serves2
South Chicago Packing 100% Pure Seared Ribeye with Garlic Herb Butter

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"Using South Chicago Packing 100% Pure tallow gives a deep, beefy flavor and a superior crust—perfect for special dinners or an elevated weekend cookout. Home cooks will love how quick the sear is and how the garlic-herb butter brightens each bite."

South Chicago Packing 100% Pure Seared Ribeye with Garlic Herb Butter

This is a steak for people who want the theater of a restaurant-quality crust without complicated marinades or fanciness — just a thick bone-in ribeye, peak heat, and the rich, beefy lift of South Chicago Packing 100% Pure wagyu tallow. The tallow's high smoke point and intense beef flavor accelerate Maillard reactions, producing a deeply browned crust that contrasts with the rippling, buttery interior of a well-marbled ribeye. A bright garlic-herb butter finishes the steak, cutting through the richness with lemon and parsley while thyme adds classic aromatic depth.

The recipe is intentionally simple: dry the meat, season boldly, and use fat and heat to do the heavy lifting. Bone-in cuts carry flavor and retain heat during resting, which makes carryover cooking easier to predict; pay attention to timing and use an instant-read thermometer if you want precise doneness. This version is perfect for low-carb or keto diners, weekend cooks who like theatrical plating, and anyone who values technique — the butter and basting are small steps that transform a great steak into an unforgettable one.

Plan your timing

6:07 pm6:15 pmTemper and season the steaks
6:15 pm6:23 pmMake the garlic-herb butter
6:23 pm6:31 pmPreheat your grill or skillet and melt tallow
6:31 pm6:39 pmSear the steaks to form a crust
6:39 pm6:47 pmBaste and finish to target temperature
6:47 pm6:55 pmRest, slice and serve with butter
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Ingredients

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Instructions

Temper and season the steaks

Remove steaks from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking and pat them very dry with paper towels. Generously season both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, pressing the seasoning into the meat so it adheres.

For this step

  • 2 steaksbone-in ribeye steaks
  • 2 tspkosher salt
  • 1 tspfreshly ground black pepper
Temper and season the steaks

Make the garlic-herb butter

In a small bowl, mash the unsalted butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, leaves from the thyme sprigs, and the lemon juice until combined. Taste and adjust with a pinch of salt and pepper, then form into a log or scoop and chill briefly while you preheat (or keep at cool room temperature for immediate basting).

For this step

  • 4 tbspunsalted butter
  • 3 clovesgarlic cloves
  • 4 sprigsfresh thyme sprigs
  • 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tspfresh lemon juice
Make the garlic-herb butter

Preheat your grill or skillet and melt tallow

Set a heavy cast-iron skillet over high heat or prepare a very hot direct-heat zone on a gas or charcoal grill. When the pan or grates are smoking-hot, add South Chicago Packing 100% Pure (wagyu tallow) and let it melt and shimmer—this hot fat is key for building an exceptional Maillard crust.

For this step

  • 3 tbspSouth Chicago Packing 100% Pure

Sear the steaks to form a crust

Place steaks in the hot tallow and do not move them for 2–3 minutes to develop a deep brown crust; flip and repeat on the other side. For extra crust, briefly sear the edges and any fat cap by holding the steak with tongs—adjust sear time for steak thickness.
Sear the steaks to form a crust

Baste and finish to target temperature

Lower the heat slightly or move steaks to a cooler zone and add a couple tablespoons of the garlic-herb butter to the pan or on top of each steak; tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the steaks for 1–3 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer: 120–125°F for rare, 130–135°F for medium-rare, 140–145°F for medium; remember carryover will raise the temp slightly during resting.
Baste and finish to target temperature

Rest, slice and serve with butter

Transfer steaks to a cutting board and rest, loosely tented, for 8–10 minutes to redistribute juices. Slice against the grain and serve topped with slices of the garlic-herb butter so it melts into the hot steak—enjoy the rich, keto-friendly crust and flavor.

Tips from the kitchen

Dry and Temper Steaks

Pat the steaks very dry and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes so they sear evenly and don’t cool the pan when they hit the fat.

Use Hot Wagyu Tallow

Get the skillet or grill grates screaming hot before adding the tallow; the fat should shimmer and thin out immediately to produce rapid crusting without overcooking.

Press Seasoning In

Press salt and pepper into the meat rather than rubbing—this helps the seasoning adhere and avoids disturbing the drying surface needed for a crust.

Baste for Flavor

Add the garlic-herb butter near the end and spoon it over the steaks while tilting the pan to concentrate the melted butter over the meat for glossy, flavored crust layers.

Rest Before Slicing

Rest the steaks loosely tented for 8–10 minutes to let juices redistribute; slice against the grain to maximize tenderness.

Variations & substitutions

Reverse Sear Finish

For very thick ribeyes, slow-roast to 115°F in a 275°F oven, then sear in hot tallow for 60–90 seconds per side for an even edge-to-edge medium-rare crust.

Ghee for Dairy-Free

Swap the butter in the herb compound for ghee and add minced garlic powder and lemon zest to replicate the butter’s flavor without lactose.

Blue Cheese Butter

Fold 2 tablespoons of softened blue cheese into the chilled herb butter for a punchy, tangy finish that pairs beautifully with the beefy tallow crust.

Herbed Chimichurri Twist

Omit the compound butter and serve the steak with a spoonful of bright parsley-chile chimichurri for Argentinian flair and a fresh contrast to the tallow-seared crust.

Storage & make-ahead

Leftover sliced ribeye keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days in an airtight container; store the garlic-herb butter separately and add fresh slices when reheating. Reheat gently in a low oven (250–275°F) until warm, then give a quick flash in a hot skillet with a teaspoon of tallow to revive the crust. Avoid microwaving, which turns the fat gummy and the crust limp.

What to serve with it

Serve with simple, high-contrast sides like charred broccolini, sautéed cremini mushrooms, or a creamy cauliflower gratin to keep the meal keto-friendly while providing texture. A handful of quick-pickled shallots or a small salad of arugula and lemon vinaigrette will cut the richness. For drinks, reach for a structured red like Cabernet Sauvignon or a smoky mezcal old fashioned to match the beefy, tallow-forward flavors.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use thinner steaks?

Yes, but reduce sear time: for 1-inch steaks, sear 1–2 minutes per side and finish with butter for only 30–60 seconds; thinner steaks won't need long resting times and are prone to overcooking, so watch the thermometer.

Why use wagyu tallow instead of oil or butter?

Wagyu tallow adds concentrated beef flavor and a higher smoke point than butter, letting you get extremely high searing heat without burning, while still contributing savory depth that neutral oils lack.

Can I make the garlic-herb butter ahead of time?

Absolutely — compound butter can be made up to 5 days ahead and kept refrigerated, or frozen for up to 3 months; slice a cold log into medallions to top hot steaks for quick serving.

How do I judge doneness without a thermometer?

Use the finger-palm method as a backup: rare feels very soft, medium-rare springs back slightly, and medium is noticeably firmer, but an instant-read thermometer is the most reliable way to hit exact temps with bone-in steaks.

Can I finish these on the grill instead of a skillet?

Yes — sear over a very hot direct zone with melted tallow on the grates, then move to an indirect, lower-heat zone to baste with butter and finish to temperature; watch flare-ups when basting with butter.

Jake

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Ingredients

2 servings
Step 1: Temper and season the steaks
  • bone-in ribeye steaks2 steaks
  • kosher salt2 tsp
  • freshly ground black pepper1 tsp
Step 2: Make the garlic-herb butter
  • unsalted butter4 tbsp
  • garlic cloves3 cloves
  • fresh thyme sprigs4 sprigs
  • fresh parsley, chopped2 tbsp
  • fresh lemon juice1 tsp
Step 3: Preheat your grill or skillet and melt tallow
  • 🛒 BuySouth Chicago Packing 100% Pure3 tbsp

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Nutrition Facts

Per serving: 1 steak (520g)

Calories1500
Total Fat115g
Saturated Fat47g
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat6g
Monounsaturated Fat50g
Total Carbohydrates3g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars1g
Protein92g

Nutrition values are estimated from USDA ingredient data and may vary based on preparation, brands, and portion sizes. Values are provided for informational purposes only.

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