There’s nothing quite like a nice, juicy steak when you’re hungry after a long day—and yet as tasty as it is, it’s shockingly easy to prepare. Nevertheless, there are some tips you can follow to optimize your steak, and world-renowned chef Jamie Oliver is here to guide you through this process.
Before Seasoning
Before you even think about seasoning your steak, let alone putting it on the grill, make sure your steak is at room temperature.
Dressing It
Now that your steak is at a nice temperature, douse it with olive oil and a nice helping of sea salt and black pepper. Indeed, the steak itself has enough flavor that you don’t need any other fancy seasonings.
Cooking It
Make sure your pan or grill is sizzling hot, and then place your steak on there. Whether you’re someone who enjoys rare or well-done, steaks tend to thrive best when they’re more on the medium-rare side of things. So be careful not to overcook it.
Extra Flavors
Although the steak should already have plenty of flavor, Jamie Oliver has another suggestion if you really want to make an impression. Cut a garlic clove in half and rub the steak with it as you’re turning it over. Now, do the exact same thing, except with butter. You can also give it an herbal infusion by adding rosemary or thyme into the mix.
Let It Rest
When you’re done, let the steak rest on your plate for two minutes before eating it. Enjoy! Watch Oliver’s video below for a more detailed description.
