Texas Roadhouseis known for serving “legendary” steaks at lower prices than high-end steakhouses.
Suffice it to say they know a thing or two about cooking steaks the right way.
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Start with a room-temperature steak.
Preheat the pan or grill.
Getting the pan nice and hot, but not too hot, is the key to a good sear.
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Preheat for about five minutes on medium-high,says Mennie.
But don’t overdo it.
“We don’t want it super duper hot,” he says.
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To test it, flick a little water on it.
The water should evaporate in seconds.
This looks like it’s a mantra in the Texas Roadhouse kitchen, asMennie echos it.
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This means covering every surface of the steak with a thin layer of seasoning.
This will achieve even browning and that delicious crust that everyone craves on a seared steak.
You’re looking for that “french-toast look,” he says.
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If you are grilling,Lisk demonstratesthe “10 and 2” method for perfect diamond grill marks.
Then repeat on the other side.
Let the steak rest.
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“Never cut into your steak,“says Lisk.
Use a thermometer for best results and let your steak rest for at least five minutes.
