Description
A delicious and hearty meal featuring a perfectly seared 1-inch thick ribeye steak topped with caramelized sweet onions, served alongside crispy golden French fries. This simple yet flavorful dish combines rich beef with sweet, buttery onions and a side of classic fries, perfect for a satisfying dinner for four.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Onion
- 1-inch thick ribeye steak (4 pieces, approximately 8 oz each)
- 2 medium sweet onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
French Fries
- Frozen or homemade French fries, enough for 4 servings (about 16 oz)
Instructions
- Preheat the skillet: Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the extra virgin olive oil to coat the surface evenly, preparing it for searing the steak.
- Season and sear the steak: Pat the ribeye steaks dry, then season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides. Place them in the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side to develop a rich brown crust and reach the desired doneness.
- Caramelize the onions: While the steaks cook, melt butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the sliced sweet onions and sauté, stirring occasionally, until they become golden brown and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
- Add onions to the steak: Once the steaks have reached your preferred doneness, remove them from the heat and layer the caramelized onions on top of each steak to add a sweet, savory flavor and extra moisture.
- Cook French fries: Prepare the French fries according to the package instructions if frozen or cook homemade fries until golden and crispy, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve: Arrange the ribeye steaks topped with caramelized onions on plates alongside the crispy French fries. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for a fresh color contrast and flavor boost.
Notes
- For a medium-rare steak, aim for an internal temperature of 130-135°F (54-57°C) during cooking.
- You can substitute sweet onions with yellow or white onions if preferred, but sweet onions caramelize better and add a more delicate flavor.
- Use a cast-iron skillet for better heat retention and a superior crust on the steak.
- If using frozen fries, baking or air frying are healthy alternatives to deep frying.
- Let the steak rest for 5 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute before serving.
