This post is sponsored by Samsung Appliances.
I love cooking steak at home. It doesn't take that much time and it's actually a lot more simple than many people believe.
Don't worry, I have some great tips for you so you'll make the perfect steak and you'll always know how to make steak like that!
Also, I have a video to share with you! So when you try your hand at it, you won't be alone. I'll be there with you, each step of the way!
First make the butter. I soften it, then mix in the herbs and sea salt.
Mix it together.
Then roll in a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerate.
Allow the steak to rest for 30 to 45 minutes on your counter. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. F.
While the steak is resting, heat a cast iron griddle. (If you don't have one, you can use a cast iron skillet.)
Prep the steaks by adding salt, pepper and oil on both sides.
While you're searing the steak, you'll notice some smoking. Just check to make sure you're not burning the steak (also make sure you're not poking at the steak or moving it). This is a big mistake so many make. By messing with the steak, you won't get that perfect sear.
I love that you can easily clean the cast iron griddle of the Samsung cooktop. And you can remove it easily to put in the oven! It's perfect for this recipe!
Once the steak's done searing, you're going to want to pick up the griddle carefully (with potholders) and place it in the oven to cook further.
The Samsung Double Wall Oven lets you get precise heat while it cooks the inside and preserves the sear on the outside!
When the steak is completely done, remove the griddle from the oven. Remove the steak and place it on a clean plate to rest. Allow it to rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing into it. This is so important! For a moist, juicy steak, don't cut it into it too soon!
Here's that video I mentioned. Watch it to see how to make steak!
It's so easy, right? When you make it for family and friends, you'll make them feel so special!
I can't wait for you to try it at home! I know you can totally do it!
How to Make Steak
Ingredients
- Compound Herb Butter
- 4 Tablespoons 1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 5 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
- sea salt
- freshly ground pepper
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 2 boneless rib-eye or filet steaks, at least 1.5 to 2 inches thick, place steaks on the counter for 30 to 45 minutes
Instructions
- Soften the butter in a microwave or on your kitchen counter. Remove the thyme leaves and chop the parsley. Add to the butter along with sea salt. Mix together using a fork, then add to a piece of plastic wrap spread out on your counter. Fold the plastic wrap to cover the butter and mold into a cylinder. Refrigerate for at least 20 to 30 minutes.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Heat a seasoned cast iron griddle (or skillet) on medium high for 7 to 8 minutes. After the steaks have rested on the counter, prep the steaks by spreading 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable oil on each side of both steaks. Add sea salt and pepper on each side as well.
- The griddle should be smoking a little bit. Add steaks to a cast iron griddle and cook on the first side for 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness). Don't move the steaks and don't squish them or squeeze them. Flip the steaks over and cook on the second side for 1 to 2 minutes (depending on thickness).
- Slice the compound butter and place one piece on top of each steak. Place the griddle in the oven and allow steaks to roast for 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness).
- Remove steaks from the griddle and place on a clean plate. Allow the steaks to rest for at least 4 to 5 minutes before cutting into them. Sprinkle more sea salt on top and add more compound butter, if desired. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice and your favorite vegetable.
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Samsung Appliances. I only work with brands that I love and only share with you my own opinions. Thank you for supporting the brands that make The Little Kitchen possible.
Trisha McKee says
Oh this looks delicious! We are such steak people and I can’t wait to try it this way.
Betty Curran says
Thanks for the tutorial. I’m sure mine will never be quite as good as yours, but I keep trying.
Caitlyn Brown says
I am drooling just looking at this! That butter!!! This looks easy enough, I will have to give it a try!
kesha says
I love the herb butter that goes with this perfectly cooked steak. Sounds delicious.
Ellen Casper says
Trying this for dinner tomorrow night – looks yummy.
Sandy H says
Cast iron is the only way to go with steak !
shelly peterson says
I love steak. Usually the only time I have it is when we BBQ. Thanks for the tips.
Mary Gardner says
Ribeyes are my favorite cut and yours looks great! I am going to try mine next time with your recipe.
Elisabeth says
The butter alone looks delicious!
Hesper Fry says
I appreciate the tips! I didn’t know you should let it rest 30-45 minutes on the counter before cooking.
Lisa says
I am always looking for new recipes. I will try this one out.
golden storm says
steak is my favorite,,love your recipe,,i like steak in a cream based sauce with mushrooms
John Smith says
I always have such a hard time timing steak perfectly!
Karen Chu says
The herb butter looks sooooo good!! Such a smart trick !
Kim Henrichs says
Wow – the addition of that herb butter makes it look amazing!
Heidi Robbins says
I totally needed this! Nobody ever taught me how to do it correctly so I’ve just been winging it. I will be referring back to this post soon for help!
Susan P. says
We love steaks at my house and have always seared them in a pan on the stove. Some say to let them rest for 20 min. after cooking, but for us, we would rather eat the steaks when they are hot!
elizabeth tierce-miller says
Great tips because unless its on a grill, I am not good at making steak.
Melissa Dealmeida says
My husband deliveries meat for a living so we are always grilling! I cant wait to try this recipe, it looks delicious!
Barrie says
This sounds so good! Funny thing is that I just followed a recipe for steak that was very similar! It was awesome!
Sunnie says
We are having steak later this month, Iam going to try the herb butter. Thanks for posting!
Emily says
wow that griddle looks amazing! My building only has electric, so sad I can’t get one!
ellen beck says
Your steak looks very good. I have to admit hubby is the steak master here when we have it, He cooks it to perfection. I eat mine rare, his is medium . You give great instructions.
Cynthia R says
I’ve always been too intimidated to try and cook steak. Your instructions and tips make me feel less so.
Crystal Rogers Walker says
Love this recipe and tips for making steaks at home, I love steaks, I will give this a try, maybe I can make mine look as good as yours, thank you
Melissa Storms says
I need to get a griddle. I never make steak during the winter months. I would like to give this a try.
Elena says
Looks so delicious! Thank you for the recipe. I love steak
Susan Chester says
My mouth is watering. I have to give this a try with the seasoned butter. Yummy!
Nadia Martin says
That steak looks really good i love your blog, very good tips i always overcook my steak
Cheryl says
Good tutorial.
Heather says
I love the addition of the herb butter!! I love to cook my steak on my cast iron skillet with butter! Delicious!
Tashia Jennings says
Been doing it wrong all these years.
Darlene Wright says
This looks so good! Thanks for sharing!
DJ says
Sounds tasty! Great break down of how to perfectly cook a steak.
Kim O says
great tips. i burn my steak so i stopped making it. maybe this will help
Natalie says
Whenever I make steak it ends up overcooked and dry. This is a good tutorial!
Anita Jude says
This recipe sounds great and looks delicious
Marie Casalaspro says
This post left me so hungry…..maybe i’ll have steak tonight
Gina Ferrell says
Thanks for sharing this recipe and the video! We love to eat steak here in this house.
Julie Wood says
I am so terrible at making beef, especially steak, but the way you make it really makes it seem so easy! I want to make your recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Karen K says
The steak looks amazing and I enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing a great recipe!
Rebecca Pierson says
Very nice, learned something new- did not know not to move the steak around too much, but it makes sense! Sounds like a great cooktop!!
rana durham says
i love making my own butter es all steps to making steaks.ecially when its seasoned. i appreciate
shannon fowler says
My fiancé loves steak, This would be so much fun to make for him.
Bethany Suire says
You go girl! You’re a beast on the kitchen! I wish I had half the skills you do! But I can always appreciate you sharing all the tricks of the trade!
Heather K says
This looks so good I want to lick the screen! Nothing like a medium rare steak with potatoes.
Diane Sallans says
I don’t make steak very often – I’m going to have to refer back to this post the next time I do!
MeMe R says
I really love that cast iron pan that you are cooking with. I am getting a huge shipment of steaks that we bulk order tomorrow. I Cannot wait and just know they will be so deliciouso!!
sue | theviewfromgreatisland says
That is one GORGEOUS piece of meat, and I love all your tips (you’re a natural in the video!!) I’m fascinated by the removable grill that can go into the oven, that’s ingenious 🙂
Megan {Country cleaver} says
That steak really is a beauty!!
cakespy says
LOVE YOU girl! This is such a great and easy to follow tutorial. You’re rocking it! 🙂
Liz says
Perfectly cooked! Thanks for all the tips and the introduction to the wonderful Samsung cooktop!
Julie @ Table for Two says
LOVE the crust on that steak!! You did such a great job on the video!! 🙂
Aggie says
My family would be thrilled to sit down to a plate like this Julie, it looks so so good!!! Awesome tutorial post.
Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says
So darn perfect!!!!!!! <3
Candace @ Cabot says
What a great tutorial! The Samsung cooktop looks amazing. Well done, Julie…you’re a natural.
Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says
I don’t see any links to the Samsung griddle. I would love to buy one. We are building a new house and will have all Samsung appliances.
Julie Deily says
Hi Penny!
It actually comes with the cooktop! Isn’t it so cool? Here are details on the cooktop…if you scroll down, it has info about the griddle: http://www.samsung.com/ca/cooking-appliances/cooktop-na36k7750ts-aa/
Congrats on building a house!!! So exciting!
Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says
Thanks Julie!