Perfectly Seared Sirloin Steak with Crispy Crust

Ingredients

- 2 (8-ounce) sirloin steaks
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Steaks:
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear.
- Season both sides of each steak with the salt and freshly ground black pepper.

2. Coat with Flour:
- Lightly dredge each steak in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. This will help create a crispy crust during cooking.

3. Preheat the Skillet:
- Place a heavy-bottom skillet (preferably cast iron) on the stove over high heat.
- Add the vegetable oil and let it heat until it begins to shimmer but is not smoking.

4. Sear the Steaks:
- Carefully place the steaks in the hot skillet without overcrowding. You may need to sear them one at a time depending on the pan size.
- Let the steaks cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes to develop a deep brown crust.
- Flip the steaks and sear the other side for an additional 3 minutes.

5. Check Doneness:
- For medium-rare, cook to an internal temperature of 130-135°F. Adjust cooking time based on your preference, reducing or increasing by about 1-2 minutes per side for rare or medium.

6. Rest the Steaks:
- Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a juicy steak.

7. Serve:
- Slice the steaks against the grain and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

- PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Sirloin steak
- Seared steak
- Crispy crust
- Easy steak recipe
- Stove-cooked steak
- Gourmet dinner
- Quick steak recipe
- Beef dinner
- Family meal
- Pan-seared steak

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- 1,200 calories total

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