Remove the beef from the refrigerator 3 to 4 hours before cooking and let it sit at room temperature to equalize internal and external temperatures.
Wash the baby bok choy thoroughly, remove excess moisture, and slice lengthwise into long strips.
Generously season the front, back, and sides of the thick ribeye with salt and whole pepper—more than usual for regular seasoning.
Heat a skillet over high heat, adding enough olive oil to just cover the bottom of the pan. Heat until light smoke begins to rise.
Place the beef in the hot pan and sear vigorously on all sides until the exterior becomes crisp and golden brown, trapping the juices inside.
Cook evenly on all sides until reaching your desired doneness, then remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
Place 1 tablespoon of butter on top of the cooked beef and let it rest for 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the juices to distribute evenly throughout.
Lightly clean the pan of burnt residue, then add the prepared baby bok choy and sauté both sides until golden brown, seasoning with salt and pepper.
Slice the rested steak into serving-sized portions, arrange on a plate, and serve alongside the sautéed baby bok choy with whole grain mustard or Tabasco sauce on the side.
Take the beef out of the fridge ahead of time; slice the baby bok choy lengthwise.
Season the beef surface generously with salt and whole pepper.
Sear the beef in a hot skillet with oil over high heat until the exterior is crispy.
Remove the cooked beef, place butter on top, and let it rest for 1–2 minutes to redistribute juices.
Use the remaining pan to sauté the baby bok choy until golden, then serve alongside the steak with sauce.
Cooking tips 💡
Never cook cold beef directly—it won’t conduct heat properly, leaving the center cold. Always bring it to room temperature before cooking.
Thick-cut steaks require more salt and pepper than you might expect to achieve balanced flavor throughout.
Never cover the pan while cooking—trapped steam will prevent crispiness and result in steamed meat instead of seared.
Jung Ho-young's Smoked Ribeye Steak
A juicy and tender ribeye steak cooked with a home smoking device, without oil splatter or smoke worries