Simple Cast Iron Steaks

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Restaurant-quality steaks get seared in a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop and then finished in the oven in this super easy, five-ingredient recipe.

Submitted by minka
Updated on January 10, 2025
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 2 (8 ounce) strip steaks

  • coarse sea salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil, or to taste

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).

  2. Set steaks out at room temperature for 10 minutes. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  3. Heat oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add steaks; cook until a nice crust forms, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

  4. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven; cook for 5 minutes. Transfer steaks to a platter; cover with aluminum foil for 5 to 10 minutes.

  5. Combine butter and soy sauce; divide and serve on top steaks.

Cook's Note:

Use your favorite cut of steak.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

508 Calories
38g Fat
1g Carbs
39g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 508
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 38g 49%
Saturated Fat 13g 66%
Cholesterol 133mg 44%
Sodium 544mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 1g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 39g 78%
Calcium 16mg 1%
Iron 4mg 19%
Potassium 553mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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