Emergency Steak
Need a quick yet luxurious dinner solution? The aptly named "Emergency Steak" is your answer! This recipe delivers a perfectly seared steak with a golden crust and juicy interior in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for a last-minute gourmet meal. With a simple seasoning of kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, the steak comes to life with the bold flavors of garlic, rosemary, and a luscious butter baste. Using a trusty cast-iron skillet, you'll achieve restaurant-quality results in no time. Whether it's ribeye, sirloin, or strip steak, this straightforward cooking method guarantees tender, mouthwatering perfection every time. Serve it as is or pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, date nights, or whenever the craving strikes for a quintessential steak dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece (8-12 oz) steak (ribeye, sirloin, or strip)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary or thyme sprigs
Instructions
Remove the steak from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Pat the steak dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a good sear.
Generously season both sides of the steak with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan over high heat until very hot, about 2-3 minutes.
Add olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.
Carefully place the steak into the hot skillet. Let it sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to develop a golden-brown crust.
Flip the steak and sear the other side for another 2-3 minutes. Avoid moving the steak too much to maintain the crust.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the unsalted butter, crushed garlic, and rosemary or thyme sprig to the skillet.
Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to continuously baste the steak with the melted butter mixture for 1-2 minutes.
Check for desired doneness using a meat thermometer: 125°F for rare, 135°F for medium-rare, or 145°F for medium.
Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and keeps the steak moist.
Slice against the grain and serve immediately. Drizzle with any remaining butter from the skillet for extra flavor if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.1 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.2 g | 171% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 256 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 743 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 78.0 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
