Cooking a sirloin steak can yield delicious results with a few simple steps. Here’s a classic method:
Ingredients:
Sirloin steak
Olive oil or butter
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Optional: garlic, rosemary, or thyme for added flavor
Instructions:
Preparation: Take the steak out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This helps it cook more evenly.
Seasoning: Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. You can also add herbs or garlic if you like.
Preheat your pan or grill: If using a cast-iron skillet or frying pan, heat it over medium-high heat until it’s hot. You want it to be very hot to achieve a good sear. If using a grill, preheat it to high heat.
Cooking the steak:
For Pan Cooking: Add a tablespoon of olive oil or butter to the pan. Once it’s shimmering or melted, carefully place the steak in the pan. Sear for about 3-5 minutes without moving it, depending on thickness and how you like your steak (3 mins for medium-rare).
For Grilling: Place the steak on the grill and close the lid. Sear for about 4-5 minutes on the first side.
Flipping: Flip the steak using tongs and cook for another 3-5 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. Adjust the time based on your desired doneness (use a meat thermometer: 130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium).
Resting: Once cooked to your preference, remove the steak from the heat and let it rest on a plate for about 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Serving: Slice against the grain and serve! You can top it with a pat of butter or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added flavor.
Cooking a sirloin steak can yield delicious results with a few simple steps. Here’s a classic method:
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Preparation: Take the steak out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This helps it cook more evenly.
Seasoning: Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. You can also add herbs or garlic if you like.
Preheat your pan or grill: If using a cast-iron skillet or frying pan, heat it over medium-high heat until it’s hot. You want it to be very hot to achieve a good sear. If using a grill, preheat it to high heat.
Cooking the steak:
For Grilling: Place the steak on the grill and close the lid. Sear for about 4-5 minutes on the first side.
Flipping: Flip the steak using tongs and cook for another 3-5 minutes on the other side for medium-rare. Adjust the time based on your desired doneness (use a meat thermometer: 130°F for medium-rare, 140°F for medium).
Resting: Once cooked to your preference, remove the steak from the heat and let it rest on a plate for about 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Serving: Slice against the grain and serve! You can top it with a pat of butter or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added flavor.
Enjoy your perfectly cooked sirloin steak!