Cast Iron Steak
Ingredients
- 28 ounce new york strips or other high-quality cut steaks
about 1 inch thick
- salt and pepper
- 2 tbspunsalted butter
- grilling seasoning
optional
Directions
- 1
Place a cast iron skillet in oven.
- 2
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) with skillet in oven.
- 3
Generously season steaks with salt, pepper and grilling spices.
- 4
Once the oven is preheated, take skillet out and place on stovetop over medium heat.
- 5
Add two tablespoons of butter.
- 6
Immediately once butter is melted, place steaks onto pan and start timer for 5 minutes. Do not move steaks!
- 7
Once timer is complete, use tongs to flip steaks over and put pan into preheated oven.
- 8
Allow the steaks to cook for another 5 minutes.
- 9
Remove pan from oven and let meat rest for 3 minutes before cutting into it.
Cast Iron Steak
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About this Recipe
Craving a restaurant-quality steak experience without leaving your home? This Cast Iron Steak recipe delivers a truly exceptional dinner with minimal effort, making it perfect for a special occasion or a fancy weeknight meal. You'll love how straightforward it is to achieve impressive results.
What makes this recipe stand out is its reliance on simple, high-quality ingredients and the power of a cast iron skillet. By focusing on excellent new york strips, seasoned simply with salt and pepper, and enriched with unsalted butter, the natural, rich flavors of the beef take center stage. The cast iron pan is key to unlocking incredible texture and flavor that you might typically associate with a professional kitchen.
When you bite into this Cast Iron Steak, expect a beautifully tender interior with a savory, flavorful crust that only a well-heated cast iron can provide. The simple seasoning enhances the natural beefiness, and the butter adds a luxurious richness. This dish isn't just a meal; it's an experience, feeling indulgent and impressive, yet it’s incredibly approachable to make yourself. With 329 calories per serving, it’s a hearty and satisfying main course.
Feel free to experiment with your choice of beef; while new york strips are fantastic, you can also use other high-quality cuts like filet mignon, as mentioned in the keywords, or other premium steaks that are about 1 inch thick. For an extra layer of flavor, consider incorporating a special grilling seasoning. This allows you to customize the profile to your preference, from smoky to herbaceous. Don't have unsalted butter? Salted butter works, just adjust your added salt accordingly.
This elegant Cast Iron Steak is an ideal entree for a romantic Valentine's Day dinner or any evening where you want to impress with minimal fuss. Serve it as the star of your meal, letting its rich flavors speak for themselves.