Pan-Seared, Sizzling Steak Perfection
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Get ready to sink your teeth into the most mouthwatering, tender, and juicy steak of your life!
Today, we’re talking about the ultimate steak recipe that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Say goodbye to overcooked, dry steaks and hello to a perfectly cooked, caramelized crust that will leave you wanting more!

This recipe is all about the magic of cast iron skillets and the stovetop-to-oven method that produces steaks with a deeply caramelized crust and a tender, perfectly cooked interior. It’s a game-changer, trust me!
First, you’ll want to marinate your steaks in a simple mixture of orange juice, cider vinegar, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce. The acid in the marinade tenderizes the meat, while the fat binds everything together and prevents the steaks from sticking to the skillet.

Next, preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and remove the steaks from the marinade. Let them come to room temperature, then generously rub them with steak seasoning and black pepper.
Heat some olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat, then add the steaks and cook until they’re lightly browned on the bottom. Flip them over and cook for another 2 minutes, until they’re browned on the other side and red in the center.

Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the steaks are firm and reddish-pink to lightly pink in the center. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness – you’re aiming for 130-140 degrees F (54-60 degrees C) for medium-rare.
Remove the steaks from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This is the hardest part – waiting for those juices to redistribute and the steak to retain its tenderness!

And that’s it Slice your steak, serve it up, and get ready for the oohs and aahs from your dinner guests. This recipe is sure to become a favorite, and you’ll be making it again and again.

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Ingredients
- 2 steaks
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- steak seasoning to taste
- black pepper to taste
- olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- 1. Marinate steaks in a mixture of orange juice, cider vinegar, olive oil, and Worcestershire sauce.
- 2. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and remove steaks from marinade.
- 3. Let steaks come to room temperature and rub with steak seasoning and black pepper.
- 4. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat and cook steaks until browned.
- 5. Flip steaks and cook until browned on the other side and red in the center.
- 6. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until steaks are firm and reddish-pink to lightly pink in the center.
- 7. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, aiming for 130-140 degrees F (54-60 degrees C) for medium-rare.
- 8. Let steaks rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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