Pan-Fried Steak

Tips: Finger to thumb test! Thumb to pointer = rare; thumb to pinky = well done.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Take meat out of the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. Brush with olive oil, plenty of salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Bring the pan to medium heat, hot enough to hear an immediate sizzle once meat is in the pan.

Step 3

Put steak in the pan and sear for 1 minute uncovered. Flip and sear for another minute on the other side.

Step 4

Decide how well done you want the steak with finger to thumb test.

Step 5

Remove steak from pan and let sit for 5-10 minutes.