In this video, the chef demonstrates how to sear a perfectly cooked bone-in ribeye steak. The key steps include preheating the pan, seasoning the steak generously, achieving a good sear, and basting it with garlic-infused butter. Additionally, the chef prepares a chimichurri sauce made with shallots, fresh herbs, garlic, and spices, which is served alongside mashed potatoes with grated goat cheese. The result is a beautifully seared ribeye steak topped with chimichurri sauce, creating a mouthwatering dish.
**Key Facts:**
1. The chef uses a bone-in ribeye for the steak.
2. The pan needs to be piping hot for the perfect sear.
3. Seasoning should be generous as some is lost during searing.
4. Patience is crucial in searing the steak, and turning should be done when needed.
5. The chef uses fresh thyme and garlic for aromatic flavor during searing.
6. Butter is added later to avoid burning, and the steak is continuously basted for flavor.
7. The chimichurri sauce includes shallots, fresh mint, cilantro, oregano, garlic, smoked paprika, red wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil.
8. The mashed potatoes are finished with grated goat cheese.
9. The chef emphasizes slicing the steak with the grain, not too thinly, for optimal presentation.
10. The final presentation includes placing the steak on a bed of mashed potatoes and topping it with chimichurri sauce.