Simple Peppercorn Steak
Prep time: 5 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Serves 4
Every once in a while, there’s nothing like a good steak, especially when it’s coated in freshly cracked black peppercorns. No need to wait until summer for the grill—a skillet is all you’ll need to whip up these delectable yet simple steaks.
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ingredients
- 1 tablespoon
- black peppercorns, cracked
- 2
- New York strip steaks (about 1-inch thick; 2 pounds total)
- ¾ teaspoon
- kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons
- canola oil
directions
Let steaks come to room temperature, about 20 minutes. Crack the pepper using the back of a small skillet until all of the round peppercorns are cracked. Dividing evenly, season the steaks with salt and pepper and rub with the oil.
Heat a large skillet to medium-high. Cook the steaks to desired doneness, 4 to 6 minutes per side for medium-rare. (To check the internal temperature of the steaks, insert a meat thermometer through the side to reach the center). Let rest 5 minutes before slicing against the grain.
meat temperature chart:
Rare: 115° - 120°F
Medium-rare: 125° - 130°F
Medium: 135° - 140°F
Medium-well: 145° - 150°F
Well-done: 155° - 160°F
helpful hints
- Trim the fat to remove any grey or waxy parts
- Using tongs, sear the side of the steaks in the skillet to brown the fat
- We like to use canola oil for its neutral flavor and high smoke point
tools needed
Cutting board, chef's knife, small skillet, large skillet, measuring spoons, tongs, meat thermometer
13 comments, add yours below
Laura on March 8, 2011 at 9:02PM wrote:
yummy! i want to be in a video with you guys! xo
Laura on March 9, 2011 at 7:44AM wrote:
jess,
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Amanda Barkey on March 9, 2011 at 2:48PM wrote:
Love your videos, love your blog, love YOU! You really know your stuff and I really look forward to watching new videos on here. You and Ally are SO funny together! Your new hair cut looks fabulous as well :) I can never get that crust you got on your steak so I am going to try this tonight… my husband will be elated!
Pamela Infranca on March 9, 2011 at 11:04PM wrote:
You two are hysterical! I owned a restaurant for years, but love to come here for simple, healthy and deeeeeelicious ideas. Thanks!
Saemee on March 9, 2011 at 11:29PM wrote:
I absolutely love your videos! You and Ally are a hilarious duo. I just picked up Double Delicious and I must say I love the variety of recipes to choose from..and not to mention that it’s in a spiral binding! love it!
Veronica on April 15, 2011 at 1:49PM wrote:
This peppercorn steak is amazing!!!! I can’t believe I made this! Turned out perfectly my first time !!
Aussie Dan on July 18, 2011 at 9:07PM wrote:
I made this last night it was so yummy and super easy, can’t wait to try more of you recipes!! I just ordered both of your books off Amazon can’t wait for them to get here (Australia)!!! Thanks
Betty White on October 3, 2011 at 10:36PM wrote:
Made this for dinner tonight with your Caesar salad and roasted asparagus, received high praise from not only my grateful husband but surprisingly, my kids!! So good, will be making this for a dinner party next week!
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Carros de Luxo on March 12, 2012 at 5:55PM wrote:
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