Making great Pan-Seared Flat Iron Steak is not difficult, but it’s surprising how many people don’t know how to cook a steak properly! The secret to great pan-seared steak? Use a very hot skillet or pan and don’t be scared of a little smoke! Oh and don’t keep flipping the steak – flip once halfway through cooking and that’s it! Follow these tips and you’ll make perfect steak every time!
Start by heating the oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the steak for 4 – 5 minutes on each side until you reach your desired degree of doneness. Allow the steak to stand 5 minutes before cutting diagonally across the grain into thin strips.
To make Pan-Seared Flat Iron Steak, you will need the following ingredients:
Rub the steak evenly all over with Montreal steak seasoning and salt.
Heat the oil in a large heavy based frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the steak for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until it is done to your liking.
Let the cooked steak stand for 5 minutes
Cut the steak diagonally into thin strips across the grain. I like to serve my pan-seared steak with baked potato and salad.
This Pan-Seared Flat Iron Steak recipe is a fool-proof guide to cooking steak. Try it soon and come back to leave a comment with your thoughts!
Awesome steak recipe!
Best steak ever
Simply amazing steak!
Perfect steak tonight!
Cucina questa carne come me per il pranzo con i ragazzi, fantastica!
Superb steak dinner!
Superb
Perfect steak dinner!
I never knew making a steak could be this easy! I tried this recipe after my buddy bragged about his cooking skills. With my brand new skillet, the steak turned out perfect – juicy and full of flavor! Just searing it felt like a BBQ party at home. Can't wait to impress my friends next time!
Steak was amazing!
Superb!
Taste was amazing!
OMG, this steak rocks! Super easy and delish! I made it for my friends last weekend, and they were totally blown away. Gonna do it again soon!
Yummy!
Yum, I surprised myself with how well this steak turned out. It's my new go-to for dates.