THE PERFECT NEW YORK STRIP STEAK
Reverse staging is the definitive way to cook thick steaks for a nice brown crust and a perfectly juicy interior. Slow-cook them in the oven to bring them up to temperature, then quickly sear the outsides by basting with hot butter, a French technique called "arroser."
Provided by Chris Pandel
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Roast the steaks at low heat: Preheat oven to 275 degrees F. Season steaks generously with salt on all sides. Place steaks on a wire rack fitted over a rimmed baking sheet; this will ensure even airflow all around the steaks as they cook. Cook for 25-35 minutes, checking after 20 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 125 degrees F. (Note: Once the temperature reaches 80 degrees F, it will climb quickly.) For an accurate temperature, place the thermometer through the side into the center of the steak. When steak reaches 125 degrees F, let rest 10 minutes.
- Sear the steaks: Heat skillet over high heat. Add the oil and heat until smoking; then add the steaks. Cook for 1 minute, undisturbed. Flip steaks, drain off the fat, then cook another 1 minute, undisturbed. Meanwhile, gently smash the garlic cloves with the heel of your hand until you hear a crack, leaving the peels attached.Add 2 tablespoons of butter, garlic cloves, thyme, and rosemary to the skillet. Tilt the pan and continually baste the steaks with the hot butter as it browns and gets foamy. Take the pan off the heat as you baste if the butter is browning too quickly or the herbs and garlic are starting to burn. Add remaining tablespoon of butter; once the first side is well-browned, flip the steaks and continue basting-a French technique called arroser-until the butter is no longer foamy. (Once the steaks have been flipped, Chef Pandel continues basting with his pan entirely off the heat; you may need to do the same, depending on the variables of stove temperature, pan, and the steaks themselves.) When it's no longer foamy, the butter has done its job and the steaks should be well seared with a nice crust. Check the temperature of the steaks: for medium-rare, the internal temperature should be 125 degrees F-130 degrees F. Remove steaks to the rack to rest, about 10 minutes. Serve right away.
ROASTED NEW YORK STRIP STEAK
A thick steak is essential in order to get nice rare slices for your buffet brunch. Be sure to let the steak rest for at least 15 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to disburse throughout the meat and not go running all over the cutting board.
Yield serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 475°F.
- Season the steak on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat a 10-inch ovenproof skillet to the smoking point (very hot) over medium-high heat. Add the oil and the steak. Sear the steak on both sides for 3 to 4 minutes per side. The surface of the steak will be a dark brown color. Sear the edges for 1 to 2 minutes, or until they are brown.
- Place the skillet in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the steak reaches the desired doneness. To check for doneness, use an instant-read thermometer. The internal temperature should be 135°F for rare and 145°F for medium-rare.
- Allow the steak to rest for 15 minutes. To slice the steak, place it on a cutting board and cut it on a slight bias, leaving the slices still touching so that the meat stays juicier as you cut. Fan out the slices in an attractive pattern on a platter or the cutting board. Serve immediately.
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