Hey, everyone! So, I’ve been trying to up my cooking game lately, and let me tell you, it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster. But one thing I’ve really been nailing is steak. I used to be all intimidated by it, you know? It seemed like this fancy thing that only chefs could really do right. But, guess what? It’s actually way easier than I thought. I’ve been experimenting with a few different ways to cook it, and I found some really quick and easy recipes that turn out delicious every time. I’ve got to share these with you guys!
First, I grabbed some steaks. You can go with whatever cut you like. Filet mignons are super tender and easy to cook, and ribeyes are really flavorful. But honestly, this works with any steak. I got a couple of those. Then I got my cast iron skillet – if you don’t have one, no big deal, just use whatever heavy pan you’ve got. I put it on the stove and turned the heat up to get it nice and hot.
Once the pan is smoking, I added a little bit of oil. Then I threw the steaks in there. The key here is to keep flipping them. I cooked them for about four minutes total, but I flipped them every single minute. Sounds crazy, right? But it actually helps them cook evenly and get a nice crust on the outside. I saw this tip somewhere online, and I tried it. It’s legit!
My Personal Steak-Cooking Process
- Get the steak:
I usually go for ribeye because I like the flavor. Bought a couple of nice ones from the local butcher.
- Prep the pan:
Got my cast iron skillet nice and hot on the stove. Added a little oil to it, just enough to coat the bottom.
- Cook the steak:
Threw the steaks in the hot pan. Flipped them every minute for about 4 minutes total.
- Add some flavor:
During the last minute, I tossed in a few cloves of garlic (just smashed them a bit, didn’t even peel them) and some fresh thyme from my little herb garden. Oh, and a knob of butter, too.
- Baste it up:
I used a spoon to scoop up the melted butter and poured it over the steaks while they were finishing up.
- Rest and enjoy:
Took the steaks out of the pan and let them rest for a few minutes. Then, I sliced them up and dug in. Seriously, it was amazing.
During the last minute of cooking, I added some butter to the pan, along with a few cloves of garlic. I didn’t even fully peel the garlic, just gave them a little smash. I also threw in a couple of sprigs of fresh thyme from my little herb garden. You can use rosemary, too, if you have that. Then, and this is important, I used a spoon to scoop up that buttery, garlicky goodness and baste the steak with it. It’s like giving it a little flavor shower.
After the four minutes were up, I took the steaks off the heat and let them rest for a few minutes. This is crucial, guys. It lets the juices redistribute, so the steak stays nice and tender. After that, I sliced it up and served it. Seriously, it was so good! The outside had this amazing crust, and the inside was perfectly cooked. The garlic and thyme gave it this awesome flavor, too. I served it with some simple roasted veggies, and it was the perfect weeknight meal. I was pretty proud of myself, not gonna lie. And the best part? It was so quick and easy. I’m definitely going to be making this again and again.
I did try another method once, I took a thinner steak, like a strip steak, maybe half an inch thick. For that one, I just cooked it for 2 minutes on one side and then 1 minute on the other in the hot pan. It was quicker, and it turned out great, too. This just goes to show, even a simple thing like a steak, there are many ways to cook it. Don’t be afraid to try and experiment!
So, there you have it, my quick and easy steak adventure. It’s way simpler than you might think, and the results are seriously delicious. Give it a try, and let me know how it goes! I bet you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make a restaurant-quality steak right at home. And, don’t be afraid to play around with it. Cooking should be fun, right?