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Smoked Ribeye Steak

Cowboy Ribeye

Here's a recipe for a delicious seared crust Cowboy Ribeye steak with perfect flavor and tenderness for this massive cut of meat.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 4 hours

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb bone-in rib-eye steak
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Instructions
 

  • Dry brine the cowboy ribeye by sprinkling kosher salt on both sides and placing it in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Preheat your pellet smoker to 225°F.
  • Rub cowboy rib eye with olive oil, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub the seasoning all over the steak, making sure to coat it evenly.
  • Place the seasoned cowboy ribeye on the pellet smoker and smoke it for approximately 1-1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature of the steak reaches 120-125°F.
  • Preheat your grill to high heat. While the grill is heating up, carefully remove the cowboy ribeye from the smoker and place it directly on the grill grates. If you don't have a separate grill for searing, you can move indoors to a hot cast iron skillet.
  • Sear the steak for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 135°F for medium-rare.
  • Remove the cowboy ribeye from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.