Try this simple Flat Iron Steak Recipe for a tasty steak dinner. There's no need for complex grilling – a quick pan-sear with peppercorns does the trick. And for an extra flavor, we have paired it with low-carb cheese butter. Let's dig in!
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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🥩 Ingredients for flat iron steak recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tool substitutes list
- How to make Flat Iron Steak: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking steps
- What to serve with flat iron steak?
- How to make it healthier?
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
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Preparation and cooking overview
Making this steak is very simple! Just season the steak with coarse peppercorn and sear until golden brown. For an added touch, use blue cheese, butter, and aromatic herbs to prepare some blue cheese butter. In under 30 minutes, enjoy a perfectly cooked steak that's both flavorful and satisfying.
Chef's note
For more flavorful steaks, marinate them with a blend of vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and salt. Allow them to rest in the fridge for at least an hour or two before cooking.
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🥩 Ingredients for flat iron steak recipe
You'll need these simple ingredients to prepare flat iron steak in a low-carb way:
For the blue cheese compound butter
Ingredient substitutions
Considering alternatives for the ingredients? Here are some substitutions to try:
Additional ingredients
Enhance the flavor of your steak with these keto-friendly additions:
Cooking tools required
To make this flat iron steak recipe, you'll need the following tools:
Tool substitutes list
How to make Flat Iron Steak: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Gather and measure all the ingredients.
- Mince the parsley and shallot.
- Grind the peppercorns to a coarse texture. You can use a coffee grinder or a mortar and pestle.
- Remove the steaks from the fridge 20-30 minutes before cooking.
Cooking steps
Prepare the blue cheese compound butter
- Place 4 ounces of salted butter in a small mixing bowl and mash it with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the crumbled blue cheese, minced shallot, and parsley.
- Scoop the compound butter onto waxed paper, centering it lengthwise.
- Roll the mixture into a log, twist the ends, and refrigerate.
Cook the steaks
- Place a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
- While it's heating, pat the steaks dry with a paper towel. Rub a little olive oil over all surfaces and season with salt.
- Spread the coarsely ground peppercorn onto a plate and press the steaks onto it, coating all sides.
- Next, add bacon grease to the hot skillet and give it a swirl.
- Place in the seasoned steaks and cook for 5-7 minutes per side. For medium rare, aim for an internal temperature of 135°F (60°C) and 145°F (65°C) for medium.
- After cooking, transfer the steaks to a plate, covering them lightly with foil for about 15 minutes. To finish, garnish with a slice of compound butter and serve.
Chef's pro tip
To avoid overcooking the steaks, rely more on the internal temperature than the cooking time. Since cooking times vary depending on the thickness of your steaks, insert a digital meat thermometer into the thickest part of the steak and aim for these temperatures:
| Doneness Level | Description | Fahrenheit (°F) | Celsius (°C) |
| Rare | Cool red center | 125°F | 52°C |
| Medium Rare | Warm red center | 135°F | 57°C |
| Medium | Warm pink center | 145°F | 63°C |
| Medium Well | Slightly pink center | 150°F | 66°C |
| Well Done | Little or no pink | 160°F | 71°C |
What to serve with flat iron steak?
The pan-seared flat iron steak pairs well with a number of side dishes. Here are some ideas to get you inspired:
How to make it healthier?
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage instructions
Best reheating practices
Recipe wrap-up conclusion
Do you think a hearty meal is too much effort? Give this Flat Iron Steak Recipe a shot. You can craft a restaurant-quality dinner in under 30 minutes with basic instructions, simple ingredients, and a single pan. Plus, cleanup is a breeze.
So, don't hesitate! Discover today how a peppercorn crust combined with cheese butter can elevate your steak experience.
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Frequently asked questions
📖 Recipe
Flat Iron Steak Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 7-ounce flat iron steaks
- 1 tablespoon coarsely ground or crushed peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon bacon grease
For the blue cheese compound butter
- 4 ounces salted butter soft
- 2 ounces of crumbled blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced parsley
- 2 teaspoons minced shallot
Instructions
Prepare the blue cheese compound butter
- Place 4 ounces of salted butter in a small mixing bowl and mash it with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the crumbled blue cheese, minced shallot, and parsley.
- Scoop the compound butter onto waxed paper, centering it lengthwise.
- Roll the mixture into a log, twist the ends, and refrigerate.
Cook the steaks
- Place a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
- While it's heating, pat the steaks dry with a paper towel. Rub a little olive oil over all surfaces and season with salt.
- Spread the coarsely ground peppercorn onto a plate and press the steaks onto it, coating all sides.
- Next, add bacon grease to the hot skillet and give it a swirl.
- Place in the seasoned steaks and cook for 5-7 minutes per side. For medium rare, aim for an internal temperature of 135°F (60°C) and 145°F (65°C) for medium.
- After cooking, transfer the steaks to a plate, covering them lightly with foil for about 15 minutes. To finish, garnish with a slice of compound butter and serve.
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