You can pay a lot of money when going out to a restaurant for a nice, flavorful steak dinner. Or you can stay home and
make it yourself! All you need is a good steak, a cast iron skillet,
a gas grill with side burner (or stovetop and oven), butter and a high-smoke-point oil (like avocado oil), salt and pepper, and a pair of long-handled tongs. Using a cast iron skillet is one of the best methods to cook your steak, but you also need to make sure you begin with a good steak to get the best results. Talk to your butcher about getting a nice cut of meat like a boneless ribeye steak—boneless because the bone can reduce contact with the pan
and, therefore, reduce the amount of caramelization on the outside of the meat. Look for a "choice" or "prime" grade steak, though keep in mind prime grade will cost a lot more. You should also have a good
instant-read digital thermometer for taking the internal temperature of the steak. You don't want to cut into the meat until you're ready to eat, so having this tool is the best way to determine doneness. Also, keep in mind—this cooking method uses
extreme temperatures that can melt through oven mitts so be very careful!
How long do you grill a steak in a castHeat avocado oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until it's shimmering. Place the steaks in the skillet and cook for 4 minutes on one side without touching. Use tongs to flip the steaks and cook for 4 more minutes on the other side.
How long do you cook a steak in a castHow Long to Cook Steak for Medium Rare? In the skillet, it will be about 3 to 4 minutes on each side to get it to medium rare temperature. Use a meat thermometer to reach the perfect medium rare steak temperature of 135°F / 57.2°C.
Are steaks better on grill or cast iron?Charcoal and cast-iron skillet both cook some of the finest steaks, and it all depends on your personal preferences and taste buds. If you want to go for the ultimate buttery taste, go for the cast iron method. If you want a smoky adventure, go for the charcoal grilling method.
How do you keep a steak from sticking to a castFirst, add oil to your cast iron skillet and begin heating it on high until the oil shimmers and begins to smoke slightly. While your pan is heating up, season both sides of your steak liberally with salt and pepper. Allow your pan to get good and hot, as this is key to keeping the meat from sticking to the skillet.
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