How to Cook the Perfect Steak at Home

Learn how to cook the perfect steak at home with simple methods, expert tips, and step-by-step recipes for juicy, restaurant-quality results every time.

Best Ways to Cook a Steak at Home

• Pan-seared (cast iron) – For a crispy crust & juicy inside
• Grilled – Adds smoky flavor
• Oven-finished – Great for thick cuts like tomahawk
• Air fryer – Fast & convenient
• Sous vide – Ultra-precise control

Best Overall: Cast Iron + Oven-Finish for restaurant-quality results.

How to Cook a Good Steak: Step-by-Step

1. Bring steak to room temp (30 mins before)
2. Pat dry with paper towels
3. Season generously (Salt, pepper, garlic powder, optional rosemary)
4. Preheat pan or grill until smoking hot
5. Sear both sides – 2-3 mins each side
6. Use thermometer or finger test for doneness
7. Rest steak 5-10 mins before slicing

🕒 How Long to Cook a Steak (Time Chart by Doneness)

Doneness	Internal Temp	Cook Time (1-inch thick)
Rare	120–125°F	2 mins per side
Medium-Rare	130–135°F	3–4 mins per side
Medium	140–145°F	4–5 mins per side
Medium-Well	150–155°F	5–6 mins per side
Well-Done	160°F+	6–7 mins per side

Tips for Cooking the Perfect Steak

• Always rest the steak
• Never cut immediately
• Use high smoke point oils (avocado, canola)
• Baste with butter & garlic for extra flavor
• Don’t overcrowd the pan

Perfect Steak Recipe (Bangla & English)

English Recipe:

• 1 ribeye steak (1-inch thick)
• Salt, black pepper, garlic powder
• Butter, garlic cloves, rosemary

Method: Sear on hot cast iron, baste with butter, finish in 180°C oven (if thick).

Bangla (বাংলা রেসিপি):

• ১টা রিব-আই স্টেক (১ ইঞ্চি পুরু)
• লবণ, গোলমরিচ, রসুন গুঁড়া
• মাখন, রসুন কোয়া, রোজমেরি

গরম প্যানে উল্টে-পাল্টে ভাজুন, মাখন ও রসুন দিয়ে বেইস্ট করুন, ওভেনে শেষ রান্না করুন।

Best Cuts of Steak for Cooking

• Ribeye – Rich & flavorful
• Sirloin – Lean but juicy
• Filet Mignon – Very tender
• T-bone/Porterhouse – Two-in-one cut
• Tomahawk – Thick & dramatic (oven + grill recommended)

Cooking Methods Explained

A. Cast Iron (Best for crust)

• Sear 2-3 mins per side, then rest
• Optional: Finish in oven at 180°C

B. Grill (Gas or Charcoal)

• Preheat high
• Sear directly, use indirect heat for thicker cuts

C. Oven

• Reverse sear method
• Bake at 120°C until 10–15°F below target temp, then sear

D. Air Fryer

• Preheat to 400°F
• Cook 10–12 mins flipping halfway

E. Sous Vide

• Set temp (e.g. 130°F for medium-rare)
• Cook 1–2 hours, then quick sear

Mistakes to Avoid

• Cooking cold steak
• Overcrowding the pan
• Not resting meat
• Pressing the steak (drains juices)
• Cutting too soon

FAQs

Q: Can I cook a perfect steak without butter?
A: Yes! Use olive oil or avocado oil with herbs for flavor.

Q: Best way to cook steak in oven only?
A: Use the broiler or reverse sear method.

Q: How to cook steak in Bangladeshi style?
A: Marinate with mustard oil, garlic, chili, and black pepper.

Q: How to make steak juicy?
A: Let it rest, don’t overcook, and use butter basting.

Bonus: Bangladeshi-Style Beef Steak Recipe (Spicy & Local Flavor)

Ingredients:

• Beef steak (boneless, 1-inch thick)
• Mustard oil
• Crushed garlic & green chili
• Cracked black pepper
• Salt
• Soy sauce (optional)
• Lemon juice

Steps:

1. Marinate for 1 hour
2. Heat mustard oil in pan
3. Sear each side 3–4 mins
4. Finish with lemon juice drizzle