Rib eye steak

beef steak from the rib area

Rib eye steak is a type of meat cut. It is a cut from the rib section. It is known to be a tasty and tender steak due to the fat marbling.

Rib eye steak
American beef cuts
Alternative names
  • Delmonico steak
  • scotch fillet
  • beauty steak
  • market steak
  • Spencer steak
  • Entrecôte (French)
TypeCut of beef

Overview change

 
A raw piece of ribeye.

The ribeye is made of two parts:[1]

  • The Longissimus Dorsi: Known as the eye, is the thicker cut of the ribeye
  • The Spinalis: Known as the cap, is the thinner and tender cut of the ribeye

Some ribeyes have a bone around the cap, like the tomahawk, but most are boneless.

Preparation change

 
Ribeye steak served with some bread.

Like most steaks, the Ribeye steak can be cooked with different methods.

References change

  1. "Rib-eye Steaks: Tender, Juicy, Flavorful Favorites". The Spruce Eats. Retrieved 2021-05-20.