How to Prepare Sirloin Steak – The Ultimate Beginner Guide

A recipe for pan-searing top sirloin steak to achieve a golden mahogany crust and a tender interior

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time8 mins

Total Time1h 3min

Servings: 2 servings Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Calories: 390 kcal

Ingredients

Meat & Seasoning

2 steaks top sirloin steaks (1 to 1¼ inch thick, ~220 g each)
1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika (optional)

Sear & Baste

1 tablespoon avocado or grapeseed oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic (lightly crushed)
2 sprigs fresh thyme

Finish

flaky sea salt
fresh cracked pepper
lemon zest (optional)
chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

Preparation

1

Remove the silverskin from the steak

2

Score the fat cap

3

Dry-brine the steak with kosher salt for 40 minutes

Cooking

4

Preheat a cast iron skillet over high heat for 3 minutes

5

Add oil to the skillet and place the steak away from you

6

Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side, then baste with butter and garlic

7

Check the internal temperature and pull the steak at 125°F for medium-rare

Resting and Slicing

8

Let the steak rest for 5-7 minutes on a warm plate

9

Slice the steak against the grain

Equipment

cast iron skillet
instant-read thermometer

Nutrition

Servingper serving

Calories390

Notes

Use a thermometer to ensure accurate internal temperature, and let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing

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