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The New York Strip is a versatile and relatively lean steak that pairs with a wide range of dishes making this a delicious add to any menu. Searing the steaks in butter and thyme adds flavor. Mastering the perfect sear is a bit daunting but so rewarding when it turns out perfectly! It's all about technique for this one.
Ingredients
Ingredients
2 New York Strip Filets approximately 1 inch thick
1tsp kosher salt
2tbsp Avocado oil
4 sprigs Thyme
2tbsp butter
Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation
Preparation
Marinate and sear the first side
Marinate and sear the first side
Salt the steaks evenly on both sides and allow the steak to marinate in the salt at room temperature for 1 hour
Preheat an iron skillet on medium-high then add the avocado oil and heat until shimmering (the oil will heat up quickly)
Pro-tip: if the oil starts to smoke, it is too hot. Add 1 or 2tsps oil to reduce the temperature before adding the steaks
Carefully place the steaks in the hot pan and press down firmly so they make complete contact with the heat
Sear the first side for 5 minutes
Flip steak and continue searing
Flip steak and continue searing
Flip the steak, there should be a nice crispy sear on the first side
Press the steak down to ensure complete contact with the pan
Sear for 3 minutes
Add the butter to the pan and place the thyme over top of the steak
Using an oven mitt or pot holder, gently tip the iron skillet to allow the butter to pool
Scoop the butter and baste the steak to finish the cook
Add salt and pepper, to taste
Remove the steak when internal temperature is 10 degrees below your desired finished temperature and tent the steaks with aluminum foil for 5-10 minutes to allow to meat to rest. During this stage, the juices will redistribute and the internal temperature will continue to rise.
For reference: internal temperature of 130 - 135°F for medium-rare, 140 - 145°F for medium and 150-155°F for medium-well.
Slice and Enjoy!
Slice and Enjoy!
Serve alongside steamed or sauteed vegetables. Strip steak pairs perfectly with Spring Greens Sauté or with a simple Arugula salad with lemon Dijon dressing.
To add spice and amp up the flavor profile, try adding a touch of Chimichurri or Tangy Horseradish sauce. Delish!
Nutrition Corner
Nutrition Corner
While strip steak is considered one of the leaner cuts of beef, it is still a source of saturated fat so enjoy red meat in moderation.
In a 3 ounce service, Strip steak delivers anywhere from 200 - 250 calories, 22 - 26 grams of protein and 15 - 20 grams of total fat (of which 6-8 grams are saturated). Along with B12, strip steak is also a good source of potassium, iron and contains some calcium.
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