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Reverse Seared Rib-Eye Steaks

Reverse Seared Rib-Eye Steaks

By Matt Pittman

Who doesn't love a thick cut rib-eye? These steaks are simply seasoned with salt and pepper, smoked until medium rare and seared over hickory for perfect caramelization and marks.

Prep Time

5 Min

Cook Time

50 Min

Pellets

Signature Pellet Blend

Ingredients

This recipe serves:

2

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Units of Measurement:
main
2 (1-1/2 inch thick) rib-eye steaks
Meat Church Holy Cow BBQ Rub
Meat Church Gourmet Garlic and Herb Seasoning
butter, preferably high-quality
This recipe serves:

2

Activating this element will cause content on the page to be updated.
Units of Measurement:
main
2 (1-1/2 inch thick) rib-eye steaks
Meat Church Holy Cow BBQ Rub
Meat Church Gourmet Garlic and Herb Seasoning
butter, preferably high-quality

Steps

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  • 1

    When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 225°F and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.

    225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

    Super Smoke

  • 2

    Season both sides of steak with Meat Church Holy Cow BBQ Rub, and Meat Church Garlic and Herb Seasoning. Place steaks on grill and cook for 30 to 45 minutes or until an instant read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat reads 120°F for medium-rare.

    225 ˚F / 107 ˚C

    120 ˚F / 49 ˚C

    00:45

    Super Smoke

  • 3

    Remove steaks from grill and increase grill temperature to 450°F. Allow steaks to rest while grill preheats.

    450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  • 4

    Place steaks back on grill and sear on both sides for 3 minutes.

    450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

    00:06

  • 5

    Remove from grill, top with butter and lightly tent with foil to allow the butter to melt and the steaks to rest before slicing, about 5 minutes. Enjoy!

Steak Pellet Blend & Kit


Shop our steak wood pellets for the best smoked wood-fired steak. A steak rub featuring a blend of sea salt, garlic, and spices brings out the best in your beef, while a chimichurri sauce mix finishes it all off with flair and flavor.

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