Master the Art of Cooking a Perfect Steak at Home
A flavorful guide to cooking the perfect steak with simple steps and expert tips, ensuring a tender and juicy result every time.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- High-Quality Steak (Ribeye or Tenderloin)
- Kosher Salt (1 teaspoon per pound)
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Butter (room temperature)
- Fresh Herbs (like thyme or rosemary)
Instructions
- Remove the steak from the fridge and let it sit for 30 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Generously season both sides of the steak with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.
- Heat your pan or grill until it’s sizzling hot.
- Sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare.
- Add a tablespoon of butter and herbs during the last minute of cooking and baste the steak.
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Do not skip resting the meat. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
