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The is the ONLY way to make one of the best New York Strip Steaks at home using your kitchen stove and oven!
So as you all know there is this ongoing bbq battle in my house – going on what 3, maybe 4 years now. I’ve finally given up on getting a new one.. for now. While it’s a nice-to-have-a-new-one it’s not a necessity for me.
Almost everything you make on a bbq, I can make either on the indoor grill (word to the wise, make sure you have a great exhaust fan) or oven. From my baked corn and baked sweet potato to baked russets, I’ve got a good grip on making it just as fabulous, if not more, indoors.
Well the one thing that always besieged me was steaks. Oh, how I truly love a fat juicy steak (with ketchup… yes with ketchup! SHUT IT, don’t judge! I like ketchup!) sadly the steak doesn’t like me. My stomach says “OH HELL NO!”… that’s all I’m gonna say ’bout that.
Now Mr. Fantabulous loves his steak! He’s a true carnivore. Now I always thought an amazing steak could only be had via a grill of sorts.
I tried in the past, numerous times, trying to make it indoors but it never EVER worked out. It was either tough as shoe leather, raw or I would end up smoking us out of the house using the indoor grill. Okay, truth be told, maybe I did make a bit more smoke than normal (I figured if I kept smoking him out of the house that he’d get the hint and we’d go get a new bbq)… sigh.. he just turned on the big exhaust fan and helped fan out the rooms.
It wasn’t until I was watching Hell’s Kitchen a few ago did I actually pay attention while they were making steaks. Pan-seared then in the oven.
So that night, I stopped at our local butcher’s shop and grabbed some gorgeous New York Strip Steaks. I seasoned it, let it rest, and then gave it a shot. When I told Mr. Fantabulous what I was doing he said “um baby, make sure you have the exhaust fans on BEFORE you start cooking.” <not funny>
Well, let me tell you what people. This steak was perfect. No, it was BEYOND PERFECTION! I mean… I would put this up against any restaurant steak. It’s THAT good.
Now I did think maybe I got lucky but I’ve made this dish umpteen times since I first made it and it’s been perfect every single time.
- Add the Worcestershire and seasonings then let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Once at room temp, pan sear for about 5 minutes. Yes, it will be SMOKY so turn on your exhaust fan.
- Flip (see that gorgeous sear?!), and immediately shut off the burner/flame.
- Add your butter and thyme and pop it into your oven!
Bake to your desired internal temp.
- Very Rare 4-5 minutes
- Rare 5-6 minutes
- Medium Rare 6-8 minutes
- Medium 7-10 minutes
- Well done Not Recommended unless you like to gnaw on rawhide.
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Ingredients
- 2 1-1 1/2” thick cuts New York Steak, fat trimmed
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire
- 1–2 teaspoon Montreal Steak Seasoning
- 2 tablespoon butter, unsalted
- 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
Instructions
- Pat the steaks dry. Add 1 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire to the one side. Add half of the seasoning and press down. Flip the steak and add the remaining Worcestershire and seasoning. All to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400f. Place a cast-iron pan or stainless (oven-safe) pan (NOT NON STICK!), over medium-high heat. Drizzle the olive oil onto the steak and flip to get all sides coated.
- When the pan is super hot (add a few drops of water to it. If they dance around and evaporate almost immediately then you’re good!) add the steaks. DO NOT FLIP yet.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes or until a good crust forms.
- Flip over and immediately shut off the heat to the pan. Working fast, add the sprigs of thyme and pats of butter on top. Put the pan into the oven. *NOTE – This step should take you MAYBE 5-10 seconds at most. This is why it says “working fast”.
- Cook per the ‘doneness’ in the Notes field. When done, remove the pan from the oven and plate the steak.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before cutting.
Notes
See below for times:
Very Rare 4-5 minutes
Rare 5-6 minutes
Medium Rare 6-8 minutes
Medium 7-10 minutes
Well done Not Recommended
Oh and yes, that was served with a perfectly baked sweet potato!
Nikki B says
I will be trying this tonight, my mouth is watering already!
Cakes says
I know this post is several years old but I had to let you know how great this recipe and method turned out for my New Years Eve NY Strip!! I’ve never made anything even close to this delicious steak! I followed the recipe to the letter for medium/medium rare and it was FANTASTIC. Thank you 🙂
TKWAdmin says
Thank you so much! I really appreciate your feedback! I’m so happy that you loved it!
Happy New Year and Best Kitchen Wishes!
Thia says
I must agree with Cakes! Mine turned out AMAZING! Never have any of the steaks I cooked turned out this delicious. My hubby bought them for steak salads & I panicked…but thanks to this post, we didn’t waste a dime! Thanks so much!
TKWAdmin says
Yeah! That’s what I love to hear Thia! So happy yours turned out perfect and you loved it!
Best Kitchen Wishes!
John says
Definitely the best steak I ever cooked. Will this recipe also work with a bone in steak like a T bone or porterhouse ir do uou suggest any cooking modifications.
Ryan Hagaman says
Wow! I’ve been cooking mine the same for years, but never involved the oven. It came out perfect! If I don’t have a grill, this will be my go to cast iron recipe. Thanks!
Tara says
The BEST way to cook a steak! This is my new go-to and my husband prefers it to most restaurants. Thanks!
Dorothy Sasseville says
Right? I totally agree. Doesn’t get any better than this!
TKWAdmin says
WOO HOO! You’re welcome! So happy you loved it!
Happy New Year and Best Kitchen Wishes!
Melissa says
One word…. AMAZING! other then the fact of my smoke alarm going off and my alarm system calling to check on us…. when i first placed steaks in iron skillet! Lol
TKWAdmin says
LOL Yes that can happen. But thank you so much! I’m so happy you loved it as much as I did!
Merry Christmas and Best Kitchen Wishes!
Rachel says
Any suggestions if I don’t have the ingredients to make the Montreal steak seasoning?
TKWAdmin says
Hi Rachel,
Simple kosher salt and pepper is perfect with the butter and thyme!
Best Kitchen Wishes!
Melissa says
U can buy the seasoning at any local grocery store! 😊 hope this helps!
Dorothy Sasseville says
The keg seasoning….even better. You can find that at Costco
This steak is fabulous…but yes, open some Windows…Smokey!
Nancy Ei says
WEll I had frying pan on high (not med-high) as instructions says. I misread. Ended up with a medium well steak was trying for med. rare. Next time I’ll try frying steak 3 min. on one side and 4 min. in oven. My mistake. Ruined steak. Next time I’ll read directions a few times through before attempting.
TKWAdmin says
Hi Nancy!
You’ll nail it next time! You got this girlfriend!
Best Kitchen Wishes!
Matt says
Really amazing! So glad I came across this before I just pan fried the life out of the poor steak
TKWAdmin says
Yeah!!! I’m so happy you finally found me and this recipe! No more tough steaks again’
Best Kitchen Wishes!
Tom Huxtable says
Okay, here’s the problem. I consider myself a New York Strip aficionado and you’ve just raised the bar for when I go out to eat. I came across your site while searching for an indoor method for “Strips” and decided to give it a shot. I think the poor old Weber kettle grill may be on the auction block. These were, hands down, the best indoor cooked steaks I’ve ever had. I followed your method to the letter, which I always do for the first time, then make any personal adjustments in subsequent attempts. I don’t think too much can be changed to improve your method. I look forward to any other cooking methods you have. Cordially, Tom
TKWAdmin says
Hi Tom!
So is it bad that I’m sitting here grinning from ear to ear after reading your comments? Thank you so very, very much! Your poor Weber kettle… maybe you can turn it into a planter? LOL Seriously though, thank you!
Best Kitchen Wishes!