- Why tough?
- Didn't rest it. Juices ran out.
- Gray, not brown.
- Meat was wet. Always pat dry!
Perfect Pan-Seared T-Bone Steak
T-bone is the king of steaks but tricky. It has two muscles: strip and tenderloin. They cook differently. Goal: crispy caramelized crust and juicy interior.
Ingredients
2
whole
T-Bone Steaks (1.5 inch thick, room temp)
2
tsp
Coarse Salt
1
tsp
Freshly Ground Pepper
2
tbsp
High-Heat Oil (Canola/Veg)
3
cloves
Garlic (smashed)
2
sprigs
Fresh Rosemary
2
oz
Butter
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Equipment Needed
- Heavy skillet (Cast Iron best)
- Meat thermometer
Allergen Information
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Take meat out 30 mins before. Pat bone dry.
Tip: Cold/wet meat prevents searing.
2
✓
Heat pan smoking hot. Oil meat, salt it.
Tip: Oil meat to reduce smoke.
3
✓
Sear 2-3 mins without moving! Flip, sear other side.
Tip: Let crust form.
4
✓
Add butter, garlic, rosemary. Baste continuously 1-2 mins.
Tip: Basting cooks evenly and flavors meat.
5
✓
Rest 10 mins before cutting.
Tip: Relaxes fibers, retains juice.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole T-Bone Steaks (1.5 inch thick, room temp)
- 2 tsp Coarse Salt
- 1 tsp Freshly Ground Pepper
- 2 tbsp High-Heat Oil (Canola/Veg)
- 3 cloves Garlic (smashed)
- 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
- 2 oz Butter