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browning. Use paper towels and dry thoroughly.
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Season Generously
Coat both sides with kosher
salt
and black pepper. Don’t be shy — thick
steaks
need proper seasoning.
Herbs & Spices
Pro Tip:
For even deeper flavor, salt the
steak
and let it rest uncovered in the refrigerator for 4–24 hours. This is called dry brining and enhances flavor and crust formation.
Method 1: Pan-Seared + Oven Finished (Professional Steakhouse Method)
This method gives you maximum crust with perfect interior doneness.
Step 1: Sear
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat for 3–5 minutes.
Add oil.
Place steak in the pan and DO NOT move it for 3–4 minutes.
You want a deep golden-brown crust. This is the Maillard reaction — the chemical process responsible for steakhouse flavor.
Ranges, Cooktops & Ovens
Step 2: Flip and Baste
Flip the steak.
Cook another 3 minutes.
Add butter,