Steakhouse Steak Recipe

Steps

1. Season steak generously with kosher salt on both sides, pat in.
2. Let sit at room temperature 30-60 minutes.
3. Dust lightly with fresh cracked black pepper and pat in.
4. Heat a stainless clad or cast iron pan on high heat until very hot - water droplet test: drops should roll around like a ball (Leidenfrost effect).
5. Add avocado oil, shimmer until hot and slightly smoking.
6. Place steak in pan, press for full contact. Do not touch - it will release when ready.
7. Sear 3 minutes, flip, sear another 3 minutes.
8. Flip to each side for 30 seconds each.
9. Monitor internal temperature: blue rare 115-120F, rare 120-125F, medium rare 130-135F, medium 135-145F, medium well 145-155F, well done 155F+.
10. Remove about 5F below target temp.
11. Rest on cutting board 5-10 minutes (ideally 10) before slicing.