Hot Cajun Steak
Hot Cajun Steak
Ingredients
For the Cajun Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Steak
- 4 sirloin steaks, about 1 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create the Cajun seasoning blend.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Pat the sirloin steaks dry with paper towels. This helps create a better crust. Generously rub the Cajun seasoning blend all over both sides of each steak.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Place the seasoned steaks on a plate, cover loosely, and let them rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the steak to come to an even temperature for cooking.
⏱️ 30 min
- 4
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil to the hot pan. Once the oil is shimmering and just starting to smoke, carefully place the steaks in the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it (cook in batches if necessary).
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Sear the steaks for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness. For the last minute of cooking, add the butter to the pan. As the butter melts, spoon it over the steaks to baste them.
⏱️ 8 min - 6
Remove the steaks from the pan and transfer them to a cutting board. Tent them loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
⏱️ 5 min
- 7
Slice the steaks against the grain and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Hot Cajun Steak
For the Cajun Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Steak
- 4 sirloin steaks, about 1 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create the Cajun seasoning blend.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Pat the sirloin steaks dry with paper towels. This helps create a better crust. Generously rub the Cajun seasoning blend all over both sides of each steak.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Place the seasoned steaks on a plate, cover loosely, and let them rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the steak to come to an even temperature for cooking.
⏱️ 30 min - 4
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil to the hot pan. Once the oil is shimmering and just starting to smoke, carefully place the steaks in the pan, ensuring not to overcrowd it (cook in batches if necessary).
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Sear the steaks for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness. For the last minute of cooking, add the butter to the pan. As the butter melts, spoon it over the steaks to baste them.
⏱️ 8 min - 6
Remove the steaks from the pan and transfer them to a cutting board. Tent them loosely with aluminum foil and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.
⏱️ 5 min - 7
Slice the steaks against the grain and serve immediately with your favorite sides.
⏱️ 1 min