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Pan Seared Steak

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πŸ₯© Experience a juicy and flavorful steak with the rich taste of garlic butter enhancing every bite.
πŸ§„ This simple pan-seared steak recipe is quick to make, perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

– 2 pounds New York Strip Steaks (two steaks), or alternative cuts like Ribeye or Top Sirloin Steaks (1 pound each, 1 1/4 inch thick)

– 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil or any high heat cooking oil like canola or extra light olive oil

– 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

– 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

– 2 cloves garlic, peeled and quartered

– 1 sprig fresh rosemary

Instructions

1- Pat the steaks thoroughly dry with paper towels. Just before cooking, season them generously with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.

2- Heat a cast iron pan or large heavy stainless steel pan over medium-high heat and add 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil, swirling to coat the pan. Once the oil is very hot, add the steaks to the pan.

3- Sear the first side for 4 minutes until a brown crust forms, then flip and cook the other side for another 3 to 4 minutes.

4- Use tongs to turn the steak on its sides to render the white fat and sear the edges, about 1 minute per edge.

5- Reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 cloves garlic (peeled and quartered), and 1 sprig fresh rosemary to the pan.

6- Spoon the melted butter sauce over the steaks continuously until the steak’s internal temperature is about 5 to 10 degrees below the desired doneness.

7- Transfer the steaks to a cutting board, loosely cover them, and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch strips. Spoon any extra butter sauce over the sliced steak before serving.

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Notes

πŸ”₯ Pat the steak dry to achieve a perfect sear and reduce oil splatter.
⏲️ Use a meat thermometer and remove the steak 5 to 10 degrees before the target temperature to allow carryover cooking.
🍳 Use a cast iron pan for optimal heat conduction and a richer sear.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 steak (about 8 ounces)
  • Calories: 542
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 991mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 19g
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: N/A
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 46g
  • Cholesterol: 154mg