How to Make Simple Cast Iron Steaks - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably delicious about a perfectly cooked steak. Whether you like it rare, medium-rare, or well done, there's nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a tender, flavorful piece of meat. If you're a fan of steak, then you'll want to try this recipe for Simple Cast Iron Steaks. It's a foolproof method for cooking steaks that guarantees a mouthwatering result every time.

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Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) strip steaks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • coarse sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Set steaks out at room temperature for 10 minutes. Then season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Place steaks into the hot pan and cook until a nice crust forms, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and transfer steaks to a platter. Cover with aluminum foil for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Combine butter and soy sauce. Serve steaks topped with butter mixture.
  • Nutrition

    508 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 133mg
    • Sodium: 544mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 1g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 553mg