The Perfect T-Bone Steak: A Guide to Cooking Juicy and Tender Steaks

TLDRLearn how to cook a mouthwatering T-bone steak with a perfect sear and tender texture. Get tips on seasoning, marination, and searing techniques to achieve the best results.

Key insights

🔥Salt and pepper are essential for seasoning a T-bone steak and do not make the meat tougher.

🥩A dry rub with salt acts as a tenderizer and starts cooking the meat, resulting in a juicy steak.

🔥Searing the steak on medium-high heat for a few minutes on each side creates a flavorful crust.

🧈Adding butter to a hot steak allows it to melt and adds richness and flavor.

🍽️Letting the steak rest for a few minutes after cooking ensures a juicy and flavorful result.

Q&A

What kind of seasoning should I use for a T-bone steak?

Salt and pepper are the basic seasonings, but you can use your preferred spices and herbs as well.

Does salt make the steak tougher?

No, salt acts as a tenderizer and enhances the flavor of the steak.

How long should I cook a T-bone steak?

Cook the steak for about 7 minutes on each side for medium-rare.

Can I marinate the steak before cooking?

Marinating the steak can add flavor and tenderize it. You can marinate it for a few hours or overnight.

Why is it important to let the steak rest after cooking?

Resting allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more flavorful and tender steak.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction and list of ingredients needed for cooking a T-bone steak.

02:20Seasoning the steak with salt and pepper and searing it on medium-high heat.

03:40Adding butter to the steak and letting it rest for 5 minutes.

04:21Cutting and tasting the cooked steak.

04:37Final thoughts and recommendation to check out other recipe videos.