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Crispy Cast Iron Skillet Steak Recipe Perfect Sear Easy Steps

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This recipe delivers a perfectly seared, crispy crust steak with a juicy and tender interior using a cast iron skillet and simple ingredients. Ideal for quick, restaurant-quality steak nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (1-inch thick) ribeye, New York strip, or sirloin steak (about 10–12 oz / 280–340 g)
  • Kosher salt or sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 tablespoons high smoke point oil (avocado oil, grapeseed oil, or refined vegetable oil)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring the steak to room temperature (about 30-40 minutes). Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of oil and wait until it shimmers and just starts to smoke (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Place the steak gently in the skillet. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat slightly. Add butter, thyme, rosemary, and smashed garlic to the pan. Tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the steak repeatedly for about 1-2 minutes to baste.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Cook for 4-6 minutes depending on thickness and desired doneness (125°F/52°C for rare, 135°F/57°C for medium-rare, 145°F/63°C for medium).
  8. Remove from oven, transfer steak to a plate, and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 5-10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  9. Slice against the grain and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat steak dry before seasoning for best crust. Use a hot pan but avoid burnt oil. Baste with butter and herbs near the end for flavor. Rest steak after cooking to keep juices. Use thermometer for perfect doneness. Cook steaks in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.

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Keywords: steak, cast iron skillet, crispy sear, ribeye, New York strip, sirloin, easy steak recipe, perfect sear, quick dinner

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