Beef Steak
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
Serves:
Level:
Advance
About the Recipe
Cooking a steak can be a bit challenging, especially if you want to achieve a perfect sear and juicy, tender interior. Therefore, cooking a steak is considered an intermediate to advanced cooking skill. However, with practice and following a few simple tips, anyone can cook a delicious steak at home. It's important to choose a quality cut of meat, season it properly, and cook it to the desired level of doneness. Additionally, using a meat thermometer can be helpful to ensure the steak is cooked to your liking. So while cooking steak may require a bit of skill and experience, it's definitely doable with practice and patience.
Ingredients
1 pound of beef steak (sirloin, ribeye, or filet mignon)
Salt
Black pepper
butter
Preparation
Take the steak out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Preheat a heavy-bottomed skillet or grill over high heat.
Season the steak generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Add the butter to the skillet or grill and let it melt.
Add the steak to the skillet or grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare, or until the desired level of doneness is achieved.
Remove the steak from the skillet or grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Slice the steak against the grain and serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.
Note: cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the steak and personal preference for the level of doneness. A meat thermometer can be helpful to check the internal temperature of the steak.
The level of doneness of a steak refers to how thoroughly it is cooked. There are generally five levels of doneness for steak:
Rare: The steak is cooked very lightly, with a cool, red center. The internal temperature should be around 125°F (52°C).
Medium rare: The steak is cooked until the center is warm, pink, and slightly firm. The internal temperature should be around 135°F (57°C).
Medium: The steak is cooked until the center is pink and firm. The internal temperature should be around 145°F (63°C).
Medium well: The steak is cooked until the center is slightly pink and no longer firm. The internal temperature should be around 150°F (66°C).
Well done: The steak is cooked until the center is no longer pink and fully cooked through. The internal temperature should be around 160°F (71°C) or higher.
It's important to note that personal preferences for the level of doneness can vary and the cooking time can be affected by the thickness and type of steak being cooked. Using a meat thermometer can help ensure the steak is cooked to your desired level of doneness.
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