The Tips and Tricks to the Perfect Seared Steak
A step‑by‑step guide to achieving a restaurant‑quality, thick‑cut NY strip steak with a deep crust, buttery herb basting, and a silky red‑wine pan sauce. The method combines a high‑heat sear, a short oven finish, and a quick reduction for maximum flavor.
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35 min estimated total time for 2 servings.
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Ingredients
- 1 thick‑cut NY strip steak
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable or canola)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
- 1 medium shallot
- 1/2 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
Instructions
- 1Pat the steak dry with paper towels and season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper on all sides.
- 2Heat a heavy‑bottomed skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium‑high heat and add the neutral oil.
- 3Hold the steak upright with tongs and render the fat cap for 1–2 minutes until the fat is golden and crisp.
- 4Lay the steak flat in the skillet; cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until a deep, golden‑brown crust forms, then flip and sear the other side for another 2–3 minutes.
- 5Add 1 tbsp of butter, the crushed garlic, and the rosemary (or thyme) to the pan; baste the steak by spooning the melted butter over it for about 1 minute.
- 6Transfer the skillet to a pre‑heated 375°F oven and roast for 5–7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium‑rare. Remove the steak and let it rest on a cutting board for 5–10 minutes.
- 7Discard excess fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tbsp of drippings. Over medium heat, sauté the minced shallot for 1 minute.
- 8Deglaze the pan with the red wine, scraping up browned bits, and reduce the liquid until it is "au sec" (almost dry).
- 9Add the broth and simmer until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- 10Remove the pan from heat and whisk in the remaining 1 tbsp cold butter for a velvety finish; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- 11Slice the rested steak against the grain into thick slices, drizzle with the red‑wine pan sauce, and serve immediately.
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- How long does it take to make The Tips and Tricks to the Perfect Seared Steak?
- About 35 minutes in total: 15 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.
- How many servings does this The Tips and Tricks to the Perfect Seared Steak recipe make?
- This recipe makes 2 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.
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