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    🏠Home » Recipes » 101's Best Recipes

    How to Grill a Ribeye Steak on a Gas Grill

    Oct 18, 2022 · Modified: Jan 22, 2023 by Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan · 23 Comments

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    4.52 from 292 votes

    Grilled ribeye is the perfect steak for any special occasion. Learn how to grill a ribeye steak on a gas grill that is tender and juicy with these easy step-by-step photo instructions. You can be the grill master with this grilled ribeye steak recipe.

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    • 😊Why everybody loves grilled ribeye steaks
    • 👨‍🍳How to grill a ribeye steak
    • ⏰How long to cook a ribeye steak on a grill
    • 🐄About Ribeye Steak
    • 🧂Seasoning Ribeye Steaks
    • ✔️Tips
    • ❓FAQs
    • What to serve with grilled ribeye steaks?
    • What to do with leftovers?
    • 📖Steak Recipes
    • 🖼️Step-by-Step Photo Instructions
    • 📝Recipe
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    😊Why everybody loves grilled ribeye steaks

    • An exceptional moist and tender steak for every special occasion or an everyday surprise.
    • Grilling ribeye steaks on your gas grill is easy to get perfect.
    • Larger than filets for the big appetite.
    • Ribeyes have excellent marbling making them tender and delicious.
    • They are the same as a slice of prime rib roast, but you can trim some of the fat and add a great Maillard reaction to add even more taste.
    • It only needs simple seasoning to be outstanding.

    👨‍🍳How to grill a ribeye steak

    1. Trim ribeye steaks. Rest at room temperature, then season.
    2. Preheat the grill to a grill surface temperature of 450° to 500°.
    3. Place the steaks on the grill and grill for about 12 minutes total grill time to get 140°-145° internal temperature.
    4. Remove and tent with foil for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

    ⏰How long to cook a ribeye steak on a grill

    A 1 ¼ inch thick ribeye steak takes about 12 minutes on a 450° grill to reach 140°-145° internal temperature, which is medium with a little pink but firm. 1-inch thick steaks will take about 10 minutes total.

    Like most cooking, there are many variables: the steaks' size and thickness, the meat's temperature after resting at room temperature before cooking, and the grill.

    • Rare-cold red center(125°-130°) about 6-8 minutes total grill time. Please see the caution below.
    • Medium Rare-warm red center(130°-135°) about 9-10 minutes total grill time.
    • Medium-pink and firm (140°-150°) about 10-14 minutes total grill time.
    • Medium Well-minimal pink(150°-155°) about 13-16 minutes total grill time.
    • Well Done-firm and brown(160°+ ) about 15 or more minutes total grill time.

    To cook steaks correctly, you must have an instant-read meat thermometer and a grill surface thermometer.

    Approximate times give for planning only and will vary by thickness, grill temp, and rest time—NEVER COOK BY TIME ALONE and use a thermometer. Cook to the internal temperature you want, allowing for a 2°-4° temperature rise after removal from the grill.

    Caution about cooking rare steaks

    It is hard to hit rare correctly. Decrease the first side grilling from 6 to 4 minutes, and watch very closely, checking the internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer. Remember, you can always cook a bit more later, but you can not uncook a steak.

    🐄About Ribeye Steak

    Think of a ribeye steak as a slice of a prime rib roast. It can come with a rib or boneless. Sometimes the bone in variety is referred to as a prime rib steak, but they are the same cut of meat. The boneless version is much more common.

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    Quality does matter, only buy prime or choice grades. Don't buy lower-graded or ungraded ribeye steak—you will be disappointed.

    🧂Seasoning Ribeye Steaks

    You can use any seasoning you like, but a good shake of salt and pepper is enough. We want to use my All Purpose Seasoning - 7:2:1 and 7:2:2, which adds garlic. Do not overdo the seasoning. You can always add more later, but it is impossible to remove.

    ✔️Tips

    • If there is a layer of trimmable fat along the edge, remove it. It does not add flavor and will cause trouble when it melts and cause flare-ups.
    • The timing of the seasoning is essential. Do not put salt on the meat for more than a few minutes before cooking unless you do 60 minutes or more. Between those times, it will pull water out of the meat fibers and not allow enough time to reabsorb back into the fibers.
    • Do not skip the rest to room temperature before cooking or the cooking time goes way up, and the outside will be overcooked before you reach the temperature you want.
    • To get those nice crossed grill marks, rotate the meat 90 degrees halfway through the grilling on each side.
    • Do not skip the rest after cooking. It allows the meat fibers to reabsorb fluid, making the steak more tender and moist.
    • Please don't use marinade or steak sauce.

    ❓FAQs

    Can I use bone-in ribeye steaks?

    Bone-in ribeye steaks are commonly known as Cowboy steaks and are thick and massive—usually 18 to 32 ozs. each. Cowboy steaks are commonly called Tomahawk steaks but have several other names.

    This thickness of Tomahawk steaks requires a sear over high heat, then finishing grilling with indirect heat. This recipe using all direct heat is NOT appropriate for Cowboy steaks.

    If you have a bone-in ribeye of 12-16 ozs and not over 1 ½ inches thick, it can be cooked with this recipe, but the bone will absorb some heat and take a few minutes longer.

    Can a charcoal grill be used to grill ribeye steaks?

    A charcoal grill may be used, but you need to learn to control the grill surface temperature with the vents and distribution of charcoal.

    What to serve with grilled ribeye steaks?

    The steaks are excellent, but butter is always good. Top with a pat of butter or Blue Cheese and Garlic Compound Butter.

    We love potato side dishes like simple baked potatoes, Easy Roasted Red Potatoes, Crispy Parmesan Baked Potatoes, or Twice Baked Potatoes.

    A fresh salad or other vegetables like broccoli, asparagus, or green beans are a simple way to round out your meal.

    Wine Pairing

    We will pair the strip steaks with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Pinot Noir for an excellent wine complement.

    And finally, no steak sauce or marinade is suggested.

    What to do with leftovers?

    Store leftovers sealed airtight in the refrigerator for 4 days.

    Like any leftover steak, I love mine cut up on a garden salad. But to reheat, a splash of oil in a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat works great.

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    🖼️Step-by-Step Photo Instructions

    two trimmed ribeye steaks with seasoning

    Start with prime or choice ribeye steaks. I like a 1 ¼ to 1 ½ inch thick 12-16 oz. each. One of the most important steps is resting the steaks at room temperature for 30 minutes. This raises the temperature of the meat, making getting your desired internal temperature much easier.

    clean and oil grill crates

    While the steaks are resting, get your grill temperature about 450°-500° about medium-high on most grills. Of course, clean and oil the grill grates.

    trimming fat rim from ribeye steak

    If there is a layer of trimmable fat, remove most of it.

    seasoning ribeye steaks on a red board

    Give the steaks the seasoning of your choice—do it just before grilling. A nice sprinkle of Kosher salt and pepper will do, but we use our homemade 7:2:2 seasoning that also has garlic powder.

    ribeye steaks on grill grate

    Place the steaks on the grill. Close the lid. Cook on the first side for 6 minutes. Rotate half the way through if you want these nice crossed grill marks. Flip and cook until you reach the correct internal temperature for your taste. It takes about 12 minutes total time to get 140°-145° internal temperature.

    tenting a ribeye with foil on a white plate

    Remove and rest for 5-10 minutes minimum. A light foil tent is a good idea here.

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    📝Recipe

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    How to Grill a Ribeye Steak on the Grill

    From Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan
    Grilled ribeye is the perfect steak for any special occasion. Learn how to grill a ribeye steak on a gas grill that is tender and juicy with these easy step-by-step photo instructions. You can be the grill master with this grilled ribeye steak recipe.
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    Prep Time: 2 minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes
    Total Time: 44 minutes
    Servings #/Adjust if desired 2

    Ingredients

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    • 2 ribeye steaks - 12 to 16 oz
    • salt and pepper to taste - or 7:2:1 or 7:2:2 seasoning
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    Instructions

    • Start with prime or choice ribeye steaks. I like a 1 ¼ to 1 ½ inch thick 12-16 oz. each. One of the most important steps is resting the steaks at room temperature for 30 minutes. This raises the temperature of the meat, making getting your desired internal temperature much easier.
      two trimmed ribeye steaks with seasoning
    • While the steaks are resting, get your grill temperature about 450°-500° about medium-high on most grills. Of course, clean and oil the grill grates.
      clean and oil grill crates
    • If there is a layer of trimmable fat, remove most of it.
      trimming fat rim from ribeye steak
    • Give the steaks the seasoning of your choice—do it just before grilling. A nice sprinkle of Kosher salt and pepper will do, but we use our homemade 7:2:2 seasoning that also has garlic powder.
      seasoning ribeye steaks on a red board
    • Place the steaks on the grill. Close the lid. Cook on the first side for 6 minutes. Rotate half the way through if you want these nice crossed grill marks. Flip and cook until you reach the correct internal temperature for your taste. It takes about 12 minutes total time to get 140°-145° internal temperature.
      ribeye steaks on grill grate
    • Remove and rest for 5-10 minutes minimum. A light foil tent is a good idea here.
      tenting a ribeye with foil on a white plate
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    Recipe Notes

    Pro Tips:

    1. Try to do a rest of the steak at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before starting to grill. If not, the cooking time goes up and you many overcook the exterior of the steak.
    2. Season just before placing on the grill.
    3. Use a medium grill of about 450° surface temperature. You can use a higher grill temperature, but these can overcook quickly.
    4. Be sure to rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking before serving.
    5. Please do not cook by time only. The times are provided to help with your planning, but you MUST use an instant-read thermometer to get things right. Please do not endanger your expensive meat by guessing.
    6. RARE WARNING - It is very easy to "overcook" if you are aiming for rare. Don't forget the internal temperature will rise a few degrees after removal from the grill. Also, remember that you can always cook it a little more later, but it is impossible to uncook a steak if you overshot it.

    To adjust the recipe size:

    You may adjust the number of servings in this recipe card under servings. This does the math for the ingredients for you. BUT it does NOT adjust the text of the instructions. So you need to do that yourself.

    Nutrition Estimate

    Nutrition Facts
    How to Grill a Ribeye Steak on the Grill
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 579 Calories from Fat 189
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 21g32%
    Saturated Fat 7g35%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 11g
    Cholesterol 229mg76%
    Sodium 1184mg49%
    Protein 88g176%
    Iron 5.8mg32%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Serving size is my estimate of a normal size unless stated otherwise. The number of servings per recipe is stated above. This is home cooking, and there are many variables. All nutritional information are estimates and may vary from your actual results. To taste ingredients such as salt will be my estimate of the average used.
    Course : Main Course
    Cuisine : American

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    Originally Published June 23, 2018. Updated with expanded options, refreshed photos, and a table of contents to help navigation.

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    1. Gilda

      August 28, 2022 at 4:04 pm

      after overcooking my last two steaks, I followed your recipe. Didn’t season until right before. Set the timer, used the instant read and the steak turned out perfect. Perfect medium. Thank you!

      Reply
    2. Stephen

      August 27, 2022 at 8:49 pm

      1 star
      Cooks much faster than times given. 450 F grill in direct heat my 1.5” ribeye were done in 8 minutes. Totally overcooked them, checked them at 8 minutes (supposedly halftime) and V they were C 165, brown. Terrible directions. Kinda feel your owe me $40?

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        August 27, 2022 at 8:57 pm

        Hi Stephen,

        Sorry, you had a problem. Be sure to use a grill surface thermometer and not the hood thermometer. If you have a surface thermometer and were reading 450°F then check its accuracy in an oven.

        Dan

    3. Jason Johnston

      February 18, 2022 at 9:37 am

      Same temperature for a 32oz Bone-in?
      Why not use Olive Oil?
      Thanks,
      JJ

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        February 18, 2022 at 10:11 am

        Hi JJ,

        Welcome to the blog.

        First, oil on steak. It is fine if you want. I find no difference in the results myself, just a good oiling of the grill, so have not included it. But it is fine if you want to give it a brush of oil.

        About the time and temperature. The final internal temperature will, of course, stay the same but the time will change. The bone will absorb some of the heat, so meat with bones always takes a bit longer to get to desired temperature.

        A 32 oz ribeye will be thick. The trick is hitting the correct internal temperature without overcooking and drying out the surface of the steak.

        Two suggestions:
        First, a good hour rest at room temperature to bring the temperature up before cooking—will help get that internal temperature you want without the overcooking of the surface.
        Second, cook towards the lower end of the suggested grill surface temperature range. This will give more time for the center to get to the correct internal temperature while slowing the surface cooking of the steak.

        An alternative cooking method, reverse searing, is generally a good choice for thick cuts. I don't have specific instructions for you but generally you grill at a lower temperature and get internal temp a little under the final temp you want then hit it with high heat to sear and get to final temp.

        Hope that helps.

        Dan

    4. Elizabeth Motloch

      August 29, 2021 at 8:00 pm

      5 stars
      So answer me this. You said “only season just before, Unless it’s going to site for an hour or more. I seasoned mine about 20 min before. What difference will this make?

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        August 29, 2021 at 8:12 pm

        Hi Elizabeth,

        Welcome to the blog.

        Seasoning (with salt) pulls water out of meat fibers but it will reabsorb and pull the salt with it in about 50-60 minutes. So seasoning about an hour before is fine and a bit preferred by many or just before grilling. But between will tend to pull moisture out of the meat and not leave time for re-absorption.

        Is is huge deal... probably not but it is a bit of a deal and with tender beef like ribeye or filet, I very careful about it.

        Dan

      • Rich

        November 20, 2021 at 11:40 pm

        Just an idea
        I do it a little different
        2inch Ribeye
        Lea & Perins Worcester Sauce top bottom don't forget the sides
        Weber Chicago Steak seasoning
        Wrap in butcher paper in the fridge overnight
        Get your grill to 500+
        Spray top and sides with olive oil cooking spray
        Pop that baby on the grill for about 8-10 mins oil side down
        Dont go anywhere watch for flare ups
        Move the steak during flare ups
        A little fire on your meat works wonders
        Screw grill marks, you want an evenly lightly chared outside
        Spray more olive oil and flip
        When the outsides are charred to your liking pull the steak over to lower heat and probe it
        You're looking for 105° internal temp
        Let it rest 15mins
        You should get 1/8 in char on both sides and the rest is Pink not Red!😋😘

    5. Simpson

      July 15, 2021 at 8:33 pm

      5 stars
      You have the best grill recipes!!!!! I’ve been using them for all kinds f meats for awhile now and have never gone wrong. Thank you for your diligence in this area. You’re my “ go to” when it comes to grilling!!!

      Reply
    6. Jeff

      June 28, 2021 at 8:57 pm

      My steak was medium but the direct read thermometer said 125. Is there a trick to getting an accurate read with a 1in steak?

      PS, came out perfect thanks to your article. Just curious what I’m doing wrong with the thermometer

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        June 28, 2021 at 9:13 pm

        Hi Jeff,

        Welcome to the blog.

        Measuring the temp on an 1 inch steak should be easy and accurate—just point in the middle. That sounds like a bad thermometer to me. If it came out medium, it was at least 140° but more likely 145-150°. If it was one of the old non-electric style, they seem to get a little "sticky" to me as they age. A replacement is in order.

        A $10 instant read thermometer from a big box store or Amazon would be fine. I use my Thermopen—relatively expensive but will last years.

        Dan

    7. Stephen Riddle

      June 13, 2021 at 4:43 pm

      4 stars
      Hi Dr. Dan.
      Thanks for all your great recipes
      In your cooking instructions step 2 you say to set the grill temp to 450-500.
      You don’t mention if that is with the lid up or down, so I did that with the grill up. Then I step 4 you say to put steaks on and close the lid. I almost ruined my steaks. I wish you would have said in step 2 to set the temp with the lid down! I have talked to you before and you have said most grilling is done with lid up so that is why I checked temp with lid . I will review again BEGINERS GUIDE TO GRILL TEMPERATURE ON A GAS GRILL. I will be interested to read your comments. Thanks again.

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        June 13, 2021 at 4:58 pm

        Hi Stephen,

        Welcome back. Preheat the grill in the same configuration you are going to use it in (open or closed). I generally say less than 1/2 inch can be open or closed lid. Between 1/2 to 1 inch usually (and preferred) closed and over 1 inch—always closed.

        I think with our previous discussion we somehow miscommunicated. Rarely with a gas grill will you do open grilling. For me, it would be fish in a basket or my griddle doing fajitas where I'm constantly do things. With a closed lid, you have firm control of the cooking surface the the area just above it.

        Hope that clarified.

        Dan

    8. Jamie

      June 06, 2021 at 3:45 pm

      Why the temperature difference on the grill for ribeye vs porterhouse? Same thickness on the steaks.

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        June 06, 2021 at 5:08 pm

        Hi Jamie,

        Welcome to the blog and good question.

        My recommendations for both ribeyes and filets are the same. Porterhouse (and t-bone) are mainly strip steak that needs a higher temp to cook the outside and leave the center moist and tender. So with combination meats like porterhouse, I cook to the strip steak, the filet side will be good and moist anyway.

        Using a lower grill temp on ribeye and filet helps get the internal temperature you want without overcooking which is very easy to do with both of them.

        Dan

        PS- you can cook both filet and ribeye at high grill temps but it is very easy to overcook both of them, they seem to shoot right through the temp you want.

    9. Kelly

      June 05, 2021 at 5:14 pm

      I marinated my steaks before I read this recipe, should I do anything different for the grilling method?

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        June 05, 2021 at 5:41 pm

        Hi Kelly,

        Welcome to the blog.

        You will be fine. Be sure to oil the grill grates with a good coat of oil so the marinate doesn't stick. Just a good quality vegetable oil but not olive oil.

        Dan

    10. Dawn

      May 25, 2021 at 8:03 pm

      I have always struggled with cooking rib eyes on the grill until tonight. Thank you so very much, they came out better than every restaurant we have ever had a rib eye in. Your method of grilling is spot on ...

      Reply
    11. Nunya

      May 12, 2021 at 10:12 pm

      Duuuuuude. Why did you tell us to oil the grill?!
      Just ignited a fire in my grill & charbroiled my steaks.

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        May 12, 2021 at 10:31 pm

        Hi Nunya,
        Sorry you had an issue. Oiling the grill grates is standard for steak grilling. Use a higher-temperature oil next time—generally just a standard vegetable oil is good. Never olive oil.

        It seems very unlikely it was the grate oil. More likely melted fat from the meat. So trim any trimmable fat on the edges—ribeye is frequently sold with a thick layer of fat.

        Also be sure the grill is in good repair. Fat dripping directly on the flame will do this. So that layer of metal or lava rock in the grill above the burners and under the grate is important to prevent this.

        Dan

    12. Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

      April 07, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      Hi Guys,
      Sorry, but all previous comment on this post have been lost. Comment are welcome.
      DrDan

      Reply
      • Michelle Jackson

        May 08, 2021 at 10:35 am

        Hi, DrDan! What doneness/temperature are you aiming for with the 6 and 6 minutes? Thanks!

      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        May 08, 2021 at 10:46 am

        Hi Michelle,

        Welcome to the blog. I'm looking for about 140° internal temperature BUT remember all the variables so your timing may vary. Never cook by time alone.

        Dan

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