Everyone has one so why not..

[GreekStein]

Frying pan unless you have a good grill for steaks.

Needs a few mins at most met.

[paulhouk03]

dont cook it straight from the fridge

leave it out for 10-15 mins before cooking at room temp

[outragous76]

Start with a very hot pan, 2 mins each side (time it).

Perfection mmmmmmmm

[gatso]

find the thread where dubai tells you how to cook steak and just do whatever he said

[sovietsong]

find the thread where dubai tells you how to cook steak and just do whatever he said

I can summarise, fry for a bit then finish in the oven.

no need to thank me.

[mondatoo]

find the thread where dubai tells you how to cook steak and just do whatever he said

Yeah I remembered him saying something but pretty sure he was aided by some fancy equipment which I don't have.

[sovietsong]

Step 1 – Prepare the steaks

• Allow to come to room temperature (for about 20 minutes).

• If bought from mail order, defrost overnight in a refrigerator, in original packaging and pat dry.

Step 2 – Preheat your pan

• Heat a griddle or frying pan over a high heat until hot, but not smoking. (If the pan is too hot, the outside will burn before the inside is done, too cold, and your steaks will be tough).

• Brush the steaks with oil (to avoid using too much), or pour a little oil into the pan, and season if desired. (Canola or groundnut oil is best, but olive oil is fine too.)

• When you place the steaks in the pan, a "sizzle" will tell you if it’s hot enough.

Step 3 – Cook to your liking

• For a medium steak: Cook on one side without touching for 3-4 minutes, then reduce to a medium heat and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

• Gently turn the steak over with a pair of tongs (don’t pierce it, or the juices will escape), and cook for a further 6 minutes. (You can vary the times here if you prefer a rare or well-done steak.)

• To test for doneness, press the steak gently with the tip of your finger. Rare should be soft and supple, well done firm, and medium in between.

Step 4 – Rest your steaks

• Resting is just as important as cooking, as it allows the meat to become warm, moist and tender all the way through.

• Remove from the pan, place on a rack and cover with foil and leave in a warm place for up to 10 minutes. Remember it is always better to over-rest your steaks than to under-rest them. Resting helps the meat to achieve the full flavour and tenderness.

Step 5 – Serve your steaks

• Lay your table with razor-sharp, un-serrated steak knives designed to cut cleanly through the meat.

• Serve your steaks on hot dinner plates, and enjoy.

[sovietsong]

I like to finish with a little butter at the last minute.

[mondatoo]

dont cook it straight from the fridge

leave it out for 10-15 mins before cooking at room temp

Done this, then will cook as per pokerfans instructions and Guys/Soviets tips, cheers, wish me look.

[mondatoo]

I like to finish with a little butter at the last minute.

We have some lurpak garlic butter, will add that in the mix.

[mondatoo]

Ermm, should it be black/burnt around the edges ??

Got it wrapped in tin foil for 10minutes, will report back how it tasted.

[Bongo]

Not really, but unless it's really bad it should still taste good.

[paulhouk03]

pics?

[mondatoo]

pics?

No pics I'm afraid, maybe next time. Plus as has been said before not much to gain from seeing a pic of steak and chips

Enjoyed it and thought I did a decent job for my first attempt, I'd say it was a decent effort but room for improvement. Didn't put enough butter in the pan at the end so couldn't really taste that but was nice and chewy although not too much and still a little pink.

[GreekStein]

Chewy? Sigh.