The BEST Steak (Gordon Ramsay Style)
The BEST Steak (Gordon Ramsay Style)
Ingredients
- 2 New York Strip steaks, about 1 1/2 inches thick
- 1 tablespoon salt, or as needed
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper, or as needed
- 2 tablespoons high smoke point oil, such as vegetable or canola oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, lightly smashed
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
For Serving (Optional)
- 4 cups Parmesan risotto, prepared
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Pat the New York Strip steaks completely dry on all sides using paper towels. This is crucial for a good sear.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350
- 2
Season the steaks generously with salt from a high distance to ensure even distribution. Add fresh cracked pepper and press it firmly into the steaks. Make sure to season the sides of the steaks as well.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Place a heavy-bottomed frying pan (cast iron or stainless steel works best) over high heat on the stovetop. Heat the pan until it is super hot and just beginning to smoke.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Add the high smoke point oil to the hot pan. Once the oil shimmers and is smoking hot, carefully place the seasoned steaks into the pan, laying them down away from you to prevent oil splashes. Sear for 2 minutes without moving them.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Flip the steaks. Immediately add the butter, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh rosemary sprigs to the pan around the steaks. Allow the butter to melt and the aromatics to infuse.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Using a spoon, continuously baste the steaks with the melted butter, garlic, and rosemary mixture for about 1 minute. This adds flavor and helps create a juicy crust.
⏱️ 1 min
- 7
Carefully transfer the pan with the steaks, butter, garlic, and rosemary to the preheated oven. Bake for 6 minutes for a medium-rare doneness. For a more well-done steak, cook for an additional 2-4 minutes. Use the 'feel test' to check for your desired doneness.
⏱️ 6 min•🌡️ 350
- 8
Remove the pan from the oven. Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for at least 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and flavorful steak.
⏱️ 5 min
- 9
Slice the rested steaks against the grain into thick pieces. Arrange the sliced steak on a bed of Parmesan risotto, if serving.
⏱️ 1 min
- 10
Drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the sliced steak for a touch of acidity, then sprinkle with fresh chopped basil for garnish. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
The BEST Steak (Gordon Ramsay Style)
- 2 New York Strip steaks, about 1 1/2 inches thick
- 1 tablespoon salt, or as needed
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper, or as needed
- 2 tablespoons high smoke point oil, such as vegetable or canola oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, lightly smashed
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
For Serving (Optional)
- 4 cups Parmesan risotto, prepared
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Pat the New York Strip steaks completely dry on all sides using paper towels. This is crucial for a good sear.
⏱️ 2 min•🌡️ 350 - 2
Season the steaks generously with salt from a high distance to ensure even distribution. Add fresh cracked pepper and press it firmly into the steaks. Make sure to season the sides of the steaks as well.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Place a heavy-bottomed frying pan (cast iron or stainless steel works best) over high heat on the stovetop. Heat the pan until it is super hot and just beginning to smoke.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Add the high smoke point oil to the hot pan. Once the oil shimmers and is smoking hot, carefully place the seasoned steaks into the pan, laying them down away from you to prevent oil splashes. Sear for 2 minutes without moving them.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Flip the steaks. Immediately add the butter, smashed garlic cloves, and fresh rosemary sprigs to the pan around the steaks. Allow the butter to melt and the aromatics to infuse.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Using a spoon, continuously baste the steaks with the melted butter, garlic, and rosemary mixture for about 1 minute. This adds flavor and helps create a juicy crust.
⏱️ 1 min - 7
Carefully transfer the pan with the steaks, butter, garlic, and rosemary to the preheated oven. Bake for 6 minutes for a medium-rare doneness. For a more well-done steak, cook for an additional 2-4 minutes. Use the 'feel test' to check for your desired doneness.
⏱️ 6 min•🌡️ 350 - 8
Remove the pan from the oven. Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let them rest for at least 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender and flavorful steak.
⏱️ 5 min - 9
Slice the rested steaks against the grain into thick pieces. Arrange the sliced steak on a bed of Parmesan risotto, if serving.
⏱️ 1 min - 10
Drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the sliced steak for a touch of acidity, then sprinkle with fresh chopped basil for garnish. Serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min