Every time I order a striploin steak at a good steakhouse, I'm ecstatic. It always turns out perfectly - thick delicious crust on the outside, super juicy medium-rare meat on the inside.
How do I make the perfect Striploin Steak?
The secret is to prepare the stack in two stages. First, fry it in a super hot cast iron pan. Then finish cooking in the oven. This is how they do it in restaurants, this is how you should do it at home for perfect results.
Ingredients
- Striploin steak : It should be about 2.5 cm thick. If you prefer to prepare ribeye steak, check out this recipe for ribeye steak .
- For seasoning : salt and pepper.
- Butter : To complete the stack. Brush the hot steak with a little butter and let it melt into the steak. It enhances its taste significantly.
PREPARATION STEPS:
Cooking a professional-quality striploin steak at home would be achievable with this recipe. Detailed instructions are listed on the recipe card below. Here's an overview of the steps:
- Preheat your oven to 260 degrees.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until hot, 5-7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of the steak with salt and pepper.
- Place the stack in a hot pan. Cook for 2 minutes on each side. This will make a nice crust.
- Using oven mitts, transfer the pan to the hot oven. Grill the steak until medium rare, 3-4 minutes. For medium, bake 4-5 minutes.
- Place the stack on a plate. Cover it with foil. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then brush with butter and serve.
