📍 Where this dish comes from: Kraków · Wawel Castle
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Not every Polish beef dish needs hours of cooking — a well-marbled ribeye, seasoned simply and grilled hot and fast, is a genuine favorite for a summer gathering. This one leans on good technique rather than a long ingredient list.
What You’ll Need
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ribeye steaks about 10 oz each
- 3 tbsp oil
- 4 cloves garlic smashed
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp butter
- Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Let steaks come to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
- Pat dry and rub with oil, then season generously with coarse salt and pepper.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to high heat.
- Grill steaks 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for your preferred doneness.
- During the last minute, add butter, garlic, and thyme to the pan and baste the steaks.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 480kcal | Protein: 34g | Fat: 38g
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Health Benefits
- Ribeye provides complete protein along with a good source of iron and zinc.
- A minimal-ingredient preparation that lets the quality of the beef itself lead.
- Garlic adds allicin, a compound studied for its immune-supporting properties.
Pairs Well With
- Polish Buraczki, Braised Beetroot Side
- Polish Kapusta Zasmażana, Braised Cabbage

