There are many ways to cook a steak, but the chef said this method has “always given me amazing results”.
Nothing beats a succulent, perfectly prepared steak. When you’ve ahold of a top-quality cut of meat, there’s no need to complicate matters with elaborate cooking methods and fancy sauces, which is exactly why it’s so universally adored.
So why does preparing a steak prove so challenging? From a devastatingly grey surface to an excessively overdone centre, countless pitfalls await.
When preparing a perfect juicy steak that’s “tender” and boasts a “great caramelised flavour”, according to French chef Joel Mielle, who shared an “amazing” recipe in blog Recipe30.
He suggests avoiding adding pepper to the steak initially, as the scorching oil will “burn the pepper, destroying the aromatic flavour”, reports the Express.
Mielle explained: “There are a hundred ways to cook a steak, but for me, this method has always given me amazing results.”
How to prepare the perfect steak
Ingredients
- 10oz sirloin steak
- Two garlic cloves
- One sprig of thyme
- Four tablespoons of avocado oil
- One tablespoon of butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Method
Begin by taking the steak out of the fridge and allowing it to reach room temperature for roughly 20 to 25 minutes.
Then, pour three tablespoons of avocado oil into a blazing hot frying pan.
Warm the oil before introducing the steak, placing it gently away from yourself to prevent any oil splattering.
Sear for about one minute.
Afterwards, turn the steak over, add the remaining oil and sear for one minute.
Season with salt and flip once more; cook for a further 20 seconds.
Season the opposite side with salt, and after 20 seconds turn again.
Keep flipping for another two or three occasions, according to your preferred level of doneness. Joel advised: “Never poke, probe or push your steak while cooking, that’s the sure way to make it dry.”
Next, reduce the heat to a very low setting and add the butter, thyme and crushed garlic. Toss the steak in the juices and baste all over with a spoon.
Ensure to check the temperature to see if it’s to your preference, or continue flipping and basting as required.
When it’s done, switch off the heat and let the steak rest on a warm plate for five minutes. For the final touch, sprinkle some cracked pepper and serve.
