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Pan-Seared Steak

Perfectly Pan-Seared Steak

This Pan-Seared Steak recipe delivers juicy, flavorful meals that impress with simplicity.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 steaks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 12 oz ribeye or sirloin steak
  • 2 tsp kosher salt for seasoning
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper for seasoning
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil for cooking
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter for basting
  • fresh rosemary or thyme for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • tongs
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  3. Add olive oil to the hot skillet; it’s ready when shimmering.
  4. Place the steak in the skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
  5. During the last minute of cooking, add butter and herbs to the pan, basting the steak with melted butter.
  6. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1steakCalories: 610kcalProtein: 44gFat: 48g

Notes

Feel free to customize your steak with different seasonings like garlic powder or smoked paprika. Letting it rest is crucial for juicy results.

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