Perfect Oven Steak Recipe - Country Recipe Book (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to the perfect steak? ›

Rest the meat

If you cut into those tight muscle fibers as soon as it's off the heat, all the juices pour out. That's why resting meat for 5-10 minutes is the secret for preparing a juicy and tender steak. This resting time allows the muscles to relax and release their juices evenly into the meat.

Baking a ribeye steak at 350°F typically takes 20-25 minutes for medium-rare, but exact timing varies based on steak thickness and desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches your preferred internal temperature: 130°F for medium-rare, 145°F for medium, and 160°F for medium-well.

As a general rule for a one inch thick steak at 200C / 190C fan / 400F: For a rare steak, cook for 10 minutes. For a medium-rare steak, cook for 12 minutes. For a medium steak, cook for 14 minutes.

Choose a good cut of meat: Look for a steak that has good marbling, which is the fat that runs through the meat. This will help keep the steak moist and flavorful. Season the steak: Rub the steak with salt and pepper, or any other seasonings you prefer, before cooking. You can also marinate the steak for added flavor.

Letting meat sit in concentrated lemon juice and/or vinegar can soften meat and produce a more tender steak due to the acidic effects.

Normally 425°F is the best temperature to cook steak in the oven. While the oven is preheating, heat a skillet on the stove over high heat. A very hot skillet delivers the best sear.

For thicker cuts of steak (like ribeye or filet mignon), 450° is your magic number. For thinner steaks, like flank and skirt, you're better off just using the broiler. —If you're using a skillet, get it HOT.

Steak Temperature Doneness

Temperature will continue to rise while resting. Rare: Sear outsides then bake about 4-6 minutes in oven until temperature is around 125°F and color is red. Medium-Rare: Sear outsides then bake about 6-8 minutes in oven until temperature is 130°F and color is deep pink.

To help your seasonings adhere to the steak's surface, you can brush all sides with a small amount of olive oil first. Season steak generously, especially with thicker steaks. You'll want to have the flavor in every bite, and since only the outside gets seasoned, it needs to be enough to achieve that flavor.

Seasoning for grilled streaks is to first coat the steak with a neutral oil such as grapeseed oil that has a high smoke point. From there, season the entire surface of the steak with sea salt. Salting the steak is the difference between a restaurant steak and a home-cooked steak.

Should steak be at 350 or 400? ›

Heat the grill to medium-high heat, between 350-400 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the steak from the marinade and and it to the hot grill. For a perfect medium rare steak, grill a 1 inch thick steak for 4-5 minutes per side. For a steak that is 1 1/2 inches thick, add 1-2 minutes to the cooking time per side.

Learn how to cook steak in the oven using two simple methods: on a sheet pan and in a skillet. The sheet pan method will show you how to cook steak in the oven without searing, while the skillet method is great if you want to start on the stovetop first. They are both foolproof and equally mouthwatering!

You don't want to cook the steak all the way through as this will lead to well or overdone steak. Finish in Oven – After searing, place your steaks in a 425 pre-heated oven for 4-7 more minutes, depending on thickness and desired level of doneness. A meat thermometer should read 135 degrees.

Grilling works well for most steak cuts, adding lots of flavor and allowing an even cook when you know how to grill steak properly.

Throw the steak on the cast iron, and let the steak sizzle for about 1 minute, then flip. Keep flipping every minute. Once the internal temperature hits 105ºF, add some butter, rosemary, thyme, and garlic cloves to the skillet, and let it all come together. Scoop some butter over the meat now and then.

Salt your steaks.

For the most flavorful and tender results, salt your steaks at least 40 minutes before or even the night before you plan to cook them. This takes a little planning, but “dry brining” your steaks, will not only season the beef, but help them to retain moisture for a juicy, tender bite.