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New York strip steak is amazing. It's nice and tender and it has a marvelous fatty edge and a beefy flavor.

So how to cook it? Sear it in a hot cast-iron skillet, then finish it in the oven. You'll get a deep brown crusty exterior and a juicy interior, just like in a steakhouse.

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Every time I order a steak at a good steakhouse, I'm in awe. It always comes out perfect - a thick delicious crust on the outside, super juicy medium-rare meat on the inside.

How do they do it? The secret is to cook the steak in two stages. First, sear it in a super-hot cast-iron skillet. Then finish cooking it in the oven. That's how they do it in restaurants, and that's how you should do it at home to achieve perfect results.

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  • Trimming the steak
  • Dealing with connective tissue
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Ingredients

You'll only need a few simple ingredients for this recipe. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

  • New York strip steak: Either USDA choice or (better yet) USDA prime. It should be about 1 inch thick. If you'd rather cook a ribeye steak, check out this recipe for ribeye steak.
  • To season: Kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Butter: To finish the steak. Steakhouses almost always top your hot steak with some butter and allow it to melt into the steak. It greatly enhances its flavor.
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Instructions

Cooking steakhouse-quality New York strip steak at home is not difficult. The detailed instructions are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of the steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Heat a well-seasoned cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot, 5-7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of the steak with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Place the steak in the hot skillet. Cook, without moving, 2 minutes on each side. This will create a nice crust. Then cook the fat strip for 30 more seconds.
  • Using oven mitts, transfer the skillet to the hot oven. Roast the steak to medium rare, 3-4 minutes. For medium, roast 4-5 minutes.
  • Place the steak on a plate. Loosely cover it with foil. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes, then top it with butter and serve.
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Expert tips

  1. If your steak is thin (about ½-inch thick), you can simply pan-fry it. Cook it for 2 minutes per side in a hot cast-iron skillet. Even if your steaks are thicker but you like them on the rare side, you could simply pan-fry them for 3-4 minutes per side plus 1 minute on the fat strip.
  2. If you use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet, there's no need to add oil to the pan. When it's well-seasoned it's completely nonstick. For any other skillet, add any fat that can withstand high-heat cooking, such as avocado oil or ghee.

Trimming the steak

How trimmed you want your steaks is purely up to you and a personal choice. I love the fat cap on these steaks and always try to choose ones that are not too trimmed.

You can see in the photo here how one of the steaks has a thicker fat cap than the other, although both look good. Personally, I find it quite sad when I see a steak with a super thin, over-trimmed fat cap.

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Dealing with connective tissue

New York strip steaks sometimes have a ribbon of tough and chewy connective tissue which runs between the meat and the fat cap. It's best to choose cuts that don't have it, but this is not always possible.

The steaks I made today do have this ribbon, but thankfully, it's quite thin and manageable:

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Frequently asked questions

Where does the New York strip come from?

This steak comes from the top part of the short loin. This area of the animal doesn't get worked, which is why this cut is so tender. Its meat is relatively lean with just a little marbling, but it does have a delightful fatty strip on one of its edges.Perfect New York Strip Steak - Healthy Recipes Blog (6)

Should I remove the steak from the fridge ahead of time?

No, that's unnecessary. I like my steaks medium-rare. A cold center allows me to sear the steak really well, creating a beautiful crust, and still keep it medium-rare.

I have found that when I bring a steak to room temperature prior to cooking it, it often ends up medium-done, which is not bad, but a bit too done for my personal taste.

Can I use a frozen steak?

I don't recommend cooking from frozen. It's best to thaw the steak in the fridge overnight before cooking it.

Which skillet is best for cooking steaks?

A cast-iron pan is best for this recipe because it gets super hot and stays super hot. It's the best way to ensure you get that wonderful crust on your steak.

Variations

Steaks are typically minimally seasoned with just salt and pepper. You want the meat to shine through, especially when using high-quality beef.

Having said that, if you feel like adding spices (such as garlic powder and smoked paprika), you could. Just keep in mind that they'll char in the hot cast iron skillet, so you'll likely end up with blackened steak.

If you do add spices, you might want to sear the steak for just 1 minute per side and increase the time it spends in the oven.

Serving suggestions

With a good cut such as a New York strip, the meat should be the star of the show. I never serve starches with a good steak. Instead, I serve it with a small salad such as this simple tomato salad, this arugula salad, or cucumber tomato salad.

Other good sides include roasted carrots, caramelized shallots, and sauteed kale.

Storing leftovers

Steak is best when served freshly cooked. But you can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days.

Rather than reheat them and risk overcooked meat, I like to slice the leftovers and add them to a steak salad or use them in a lettuce sandwich (slice them very thinly if you use them in a sandwich and remove the fat).

But you can also reheat the leftovers gently, covered, in the microwave on 50% power.

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Perfect New York Strip Steak

To cook a New York strip steak, sear it on both sides in a hot skillet, then transfer it to the oven to finish cooking. That's how steakhouses do it!

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time10 minutes mins

Rest time5 minutes mins

Total Time20 minutes mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1 steak

Calories: 488kcal

Author: Vered DeLeeuw

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz) New York strip steak 1-inch thick
  • ¼ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.

  • Heat a well-seasoned cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot, 5-7 minutes.

  • Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of the steak with kosher salt and black pepper.

  • Place the steak in the hot skillet. Cook, without moving, for 2 minutes on each side. This will create a nice crust. Cook the fat strip for 30 more seconds.

  • Using oven mitts, transfer the skillet to the hot oven. Roast the steak to medium rare, 3-4 minutes. For medium, roast for 4-5 minutes.

  • Place the steak on a plate. Loosely cover it with foil. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes, then top it with butter and serve.

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Notes

  1. The CDC recommends cooking meat thoroughly.
  2. There's no need to bring the steak to room temperature prior to cooking it. A cold center allows you to sear the steak really well, creating a beautiful crust, and still keep the steak medium-rare.
  3. I don't recommend cooking from frozen. It's best to thaw the steak in the fridge overnight before cooking it.

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Nutrition per Serving

Serving: 1steak | Calories: 488kcal | Protein: 66g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 414mg

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  1. Christine Takacs

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    Thanks for the quick reference since I cannot get my grill to work. I had some maple butter to top it and it was awesome!

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    • Vered DeLeeuw

      Yay! I'm so glad you enjoyed this recipe, Christine! The maple butter sounds amazing.

      Reply

  2. Chrissy

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    Easy, fast, and delicious. Thank you.

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    • Vered DeLeeuw

      You're very welcome, Chrissy! Glad you liked it.

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  3. Marilyn Chapman

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    Delicious. Will definitely follow this recipe again. I did marinade the steaks over night but drained off the marinade and just used the salt and pepper.

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    • Vered DeLeeuw

      I'm so glad this was a success, Marilyn! Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment.

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FAQs

Is a New York strip steak healthy? ›

This steak is relatively lean, with only six grams of total fat and less than three grams of saturated fat in a 3-ounce serving. Given that most people should limit their saturated fat intake to 13 grams or less per day, this cut of steak can help you meet that goal.

How to make NY strip steak super tender? ›

7 Ways to Tenderize Steak
  1. Pounding. Using a meat mallet (or kitchen mallet) to pound steaks helps soften and tenderize the meat. ...
  2. Salting. Most cuts of steak benefit from being salted up to an hour in advance of cooking, but especially tougher cuts. ...
  3. Marinating. ...
  4. Velveting. ...
  5. Slow Cooking. ...
  6. Enzymatic Application. ...
  7. Scoring.
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What is the healthiest way to eat steak? ›

Compared to pan-frying steak, these are healthier cooking methods. Grilling or broiling a steak allows the excess fat to drip away from the meat, resulting in a leaner piece of meat. Just avoid charring the steak, because that can negatively affect your health. Avoid adding sauce.

Which is a better steak New York strip or ribeye? ›

The New York strip's balance of flavor and lean meat justifies its slightly more budget-friendly status, while the ribeye offers exceptional tenderness and marbling, contributing to its more coveted status and thus higher price tag.

What is the unhealthiest cut of steak? ›

The #1 Unhealthiest Steak: Ribeye Steak

While you don't have to avoid this steak altogether, avoid the 16-ounce servings often sold in restaurants and select a reasonable 3 to 5-ounce portion instead.

Is NY strip healthier than filet mignon? ›

Go for the sirloin or filet mignon as your “best and healthiest” cuts. You will probably save yourself about 200 to 1200 calories, depending on the portion size. Fattier cuts include rib eye, New York strip, T-bone, prime rib and Porterhouse cuts of steak.

What is the secret ingredient to tenderize meat? ›

Whether hosting a holiday cookout, serving up some stir-fry or tackling game meats, baking soda is the go-to meat tenderizer to help make your steak, chicken or turkey silkier, juicier and yummier.

How do restaurants make their steaks so tender? ›

Aging: Many fine restaurants age their beef to enhance flavor and tenderness. Aging involves letting the meat sit in controlled conditions for several days or weeks [2]. This process intensifies the natural flavors and breaks down the connective tissues, resulting in a more tender steak.

Should I marinate NY strip steak? ›

In most cases, you'll want to skip the steak marinade unless you buy budget-friendly cuts. More expensive steaks, like ribeye, strip steak, and filet mignon, end up juicy and tender without the help of a marinade.

Is steak good for losing belly fat? ›

While steak alone cannot specifically target belly fat loss, incorporating lean cuts as part of a balanced diet can contribute to overall weight loss, potentially reducing belly fat over time. Spot reduction is not possible, and a healthy diet combined with exercise is key.

Can you eat steak everyday and be healthy? ›

Meat is a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals in your diet. However, if you currently eat more than 90g (cooked weight) of red or processed meat a day, the Department of Health and Social Care advises that you cut down to 70g.

Is it better to grill or pan fry steak? ›

If you are pressed for time and want a steak with an excellent outside finish and texture without sacrificing the inside juiciness, then pan-frying is a great option. But if you prefer to cook outdoors or if using fewer oils in your cooking is important, then grilling your steak is the choice for you.

What is the king of all steaks? ›

The Tomahawk Steak, or "King of All Steaks", is cut from the entire rib portion and leaves the rib bone intact. Its long handle-like bone adds to its presentation and flavor when cooking.

What is New York strip steak good for? ›

It's great grilled, pan-fried or broiled, and it's delicious when served with just a little salt and pepper. The short loin is one of the most marbled and flavorful areas of beef. On average, a 3-once portion of New York Strip has about 220 calories, 24 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fat.

Why New York strip is the best? ›

Boneless strip steaks combine fine texture and rich, well-distributed marbling to create a tender, juicy steak that's full of classic beefy taste. Wet aging these steaks only adds to the appeal by locking in the meat's innate flavor during the aging process.

Is New York strip steak lean or fatty? ›

Fattier steaks like ribeye, New York strip, and T-bone steaks are some of the most classic cuts that come to mind when people think of steak. These rich, flavorful, and decadent steaks are fortified with flavor from the fat contained within and around the beef you eat.

Is NY strip a fatty steak? ›

New York strips are fine-grained in texture with medium fat content and are relatively tender with a bit of chew. They have good marbling, a robust beefy flavor and, because there are no large pockets of fat, they are easy to trim, cook, and eat.

What is the most unhealthy meat to eat? ›

try to limit processed meat products such as sausages, salami, pâté and beefburgers, because these are generally high in fat – they are often high in salt, too.

Is New York steak a fatty cut? ›

Other Fatty Cuts

New York strip steaks, porterhouse, and T-Bone steaks also rank as some of the fattiest cuts of beef.

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