The Best Reverse-Sear Method for Thick Steaks

The Best Reverse-Sear Method for Thick Steaks

Using the reverse-sear method, these tender and juicy steaks are baked at a low temperature then seared in a hot cast iron pan for the perfect brown crust.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
60 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
Calories
568 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Remove steaks from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature.
Step 2
Position racks in the middle and lower third of the oven. Place a cast iron skillet on the bottom rack. Preheat the oven to 225 degrees F (110 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top.
Step 3
Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel and season generously on all sides with salt and pepper. Place on the wire rack on the baking sheet.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Continue baking, checking internal temperature every 10 minutes, until steaks reach 120 degrees F (49 degrees C) for medium-rare. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Step 5
Reduce heat to low and add butter, rosemary, and garlic. Baste steaks with the butter mixture using a spoon, about 3 minutes. Move steaks onto a cutting board and let rest for about 10 minutes.
Step 6
Serve steaks whole or sliced, finished with sea salt flakes.
Step 7
Use an oven mitt to remove the hot cast iron skillet from the oven. Set it over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Add oil; heat until it barely starts smoking. Carefully add the steaks, releasing them away from you so the oil doesn't splatter in your direction. Cook until a golden crust forms, turning only once, 2 minutes per side. Use tongs to stand steaks on their sides to render any fat.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 4 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 (6 ounce) (2-inch-thick) rib-eye steaks
  • 1 pinch sea salt flakes to taste

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