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    Home » Beef » Blackened Steak

    Published: Jan 8, 2023 · Modified: Jun 18, 2023 by Deb Belsha · This post may contain affiliate links

    Blackened Steak

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    For such an an easy recipe with really simple ingredients, you will be thrilled at how extraordinary this blackened steak tastes. A fancy steakhouse meal is yours to enjoy at a fraction of the price.

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    1 Why this recipe is just so good...
    2 Ingredients
    3 How to cook Blackened Steak?
    4 Cooking Tips
    5 FAQ
    6 Blackened Steak

    Why this recipe is just so good...

    • The steak is so delectable! Aged, savory beef is encrusted with some choice, flavorful, cajun seasoning and pan seared to your desired doneness.
    • Blackening technique refers to a cooking method using blackened seasoning, usually a blend of herbs including oregano, thyme, garlic, onion and others. The food is cooked quickly on fairly high heat, usually in a cast iron skillet. Since this method cooks very fast, dinner can be ready in less than 30 minutes.

    Beef lovers should try some of our other steak favorites like Air Fryer Marinated Flank Steak, Marinated Filet Medallions or Air Fryer Ribeye.

    Ingredients

    You will need the following ingredients to make this fantastic blackened steak recipe:

    You can choose your favorite cut of beef to blacken. I have used filet mignon, ribeye and sirloin. However, in this recipe, we are using New York strip steak, also known as top loin, shell steak or Kansas City steak. This cut has a great balance of marbled fat and meat. You can trim any excess amounts of fat. But don't remove it all. The fat will give the steak a delicious flavor.

    Strip steaks on cutting board.

    Blackening seasonings:

    We are using onion, garlic and chili powder, cayenne pepper, Italian seasonings, salt and pepper. This blend can be varied as much as you want. Choose your favorites!

    You will also need a little oil and butter. Because the steak is cooked at a very high heat, you want to use a low smoke point oil such as vegetable, canola or avocado oils.

     Spices, oil, butter in small bowls.

    How to cook Blackened Steak?

    Mix together the seasonings in a small bowl and press onto both sides of steaks.

    Steak with seasonings on a white plate.

    Heat the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter and oil. Place the steaks in the skillet and let them cook, without moving to get a browned sear and flavorful crust on the meat.

    Then flip over after 5 minutes and cook the other side. Use a meat thermometer and test the steak in the center for doneness. Remove to a platter, add a small pat of butter on top and let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

    NY strip steak in cast iron skillet.

    Cooking Tips

    • Make sure you use a very hot pan. I always preheat my pan until I see smoke, then I turn down flame to medium heat. Be careful when pouring in the oil and butter, it may sizzle and smoke a bit more.
    • It is important not to flip the steak too soon or more than once. You want the meat to form a crispy crust on the outside since this seals in the juices.
    • Keep an eye on the steak and use your meat thermometer to get the right temperature that you prefer. The meat should be blackened from the seasonings, not charred from too high of a flame.
    • If your steak is thicker than 1" or has a bone, it will take a few minutes longer to cook.
    • When you let the steak rest, the temperature will go up about 5°. Resting allows the meat juices to redistribute throughout, rather than spilling out when you slice it.
    Blackened Strip steak on wooden board.

    FAQ

    What temperature is steak done cooking?

    Use your meat thermometer in the center of the steak to check for doneness. Also, the steak's temperature will rise about 5° as it rests.
    Rare - 125°F
    Medium Rare - 135°F
    Medium - 145°F
    Medium Well - 155°F
    Well - 160°

    What side dish goes well with steak?

    There are so many vegetables and salads that are perfect sides for any cut of steak. We love blackened green beans or marinated broccoli. Both cook very quickly and cook on your stovetop. Or you can serve it with a Butter salad as well. My husband always has a baked potato with sour cream and chives with his steak.

    Suggestions for leftover steak?

    Any leftover steak will keep in the refrigerator for about 3 days. You can heat it in the microwave or in a fry pan and use the meat in a recipe similar to my Steak Fajitas. Or you can make a steak taco salad.

    If you tried this recipe and enjoyed it, I'd love if you gave it a 5 star rating. This tells me what recipes you like and want to see more of. Thank you!

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      Hot and Spicy Beef
    • Air Fryer Garlic Roast Beef on platter with carrots.
      Air Fryer Eye of Round Roast
    • pepper steak and onions with tomatoes in a cast iron skillet
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    Blackened steak on cutting board.

    Blackened Steak

    ★★★★★ 5 from 1 review
    • Author: Deb Belsha
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Marinate: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 45 minutes
    • Yield: 5 servings 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Stove Top
    • Cuisine: American
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    For such an an easy recipe with really simple ingredients, you will be thrilled at how extraordinary this blackened steak tastes. A fancy steakhouse meal is yours to enjoy at a fraction of the price.  


    Ingredients

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    • 2 New York Strip Steaks ( 1.75 pounds total)
    • 1 tablespoon avocado, canola or olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon butter

    Blackened Seasonings

    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ teaspoon chili powder

    Instructions

    1. Remove steaks from refrigerator about 20-30 minutes before cooking. *
    2. Stir together the seasonings.  Press them into both sides of the steaks.
    3. Heat a cast iron skillet, grill pan or other heavy pan over medium-high flame.
    4. Pour oil in pan and place steaks in pan.  Don't move steaks while they are cooking.  
    5. Pan sear the steaks for 5-6 minutes.  Flip the steaks and cook them for another 4-5 minutes.  Test with an internal meat thermometer.  Cook steaks for a few more minutes until desired doneness.
    6. Place a small pat of remaining butter on the steaks and remove to a platter.  Allow meat to rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing steak.

    Notes

    *Room temperature meats cook more evenly.  

    *The resting beef's internal temperature will rise about 5° as it sits on the platter.

    * 1.75 pounds of steak will serve 5 with about 5 ounces per serving, allowing for some shrinkage.

    *Store leftovers in the refrigerator for about 3 days.  Use in a salad, or you can reheat, add some peppers and onions and make a fajita.

    Keywords: beef, steak dinner, low carb, keto

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    1. Kay says

      September 02, 2023 at 5:46 pm

      Loved the seasonings! We cooked our steak on the grill and it extra tasty

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