How long to cook 1/2 inch steak?

You can consistently get a perfectly cooked stovetop steak using this easy three-step method. Cooked to your preferences.

Breaking conventional steak-cooking wisdom results in better steak. What if I told you the best stovetop steak of your life can be enjoyed in as little as 45 minutes, with only four extra ingredients and 15 minutes of hands-on cooking?

I can say without a doubt that the most foolproof way to cook a steak on the stovetop only needs three steps when you really want a simple, no-fuss dish with a crisp crust and juicy center. With a few key suggestions, this straightforward three-step method will consistently produce a perfectly cooked stovetop steak with a tender buttery flavor that is cooked to your preferences.

How Long to Grill Sirloin for Medium Rare and Medium Doneness

Generally speaking, sirloin steaks are thinner than ribeye steaks, about 1 inch. Typically, a 1-inch sirloin takes 4-5 minutes on each side to cook to medium rare, or 5-6 minutes to cook to medium.

Prepare a Nice Big Cast-Iron Pan

Grab a 12-inch cast-iron pan or the heaviest 12-inch stainless steel pan you have to sear the steaks. A cast-iron pan retains heat especially well, assisting in more even steak browning.

Add 1-2 Tbsp to that big, heavy skillet once it’s hot over high heat. vegetable oil, swirling the skillet to coat the bottom. Then, keep heating the pan just long enough for the oil to start smoking (it should happen fairly quickly).

Add the steaks to the pan once the oil is hot. You don’t want to crowd the pan if you’re cooking multiple steaks, so leave at least a couple of inches between them. Use two pans if space is limited or cook the steaks in batches.

Any steak that is thinner than 1 1/2 inches thick will cook very quickly; cook for 3 minutes per side for medium-rare until the meat is thoroughly browned.

For thicker steaks, cook for 8–12 minutes total, depending on desired doneness, until meat is thoroughly browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 120° for medium-rare or 130°F for medium. If the steak appears to be browning too quickly, reduce heat to medium and flip the steak halfway through cooking (more on the final few minutes of cooking below).

Instructions for the Perfect Steak on the Grill

Allow steaks to sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes. In the meantime, fire up your charcoal or gas grill (either one works with steak!). Make sure the heat is high before beginning to grill.

When you’re ready to start grilling, brush both sides of the steaks with oil and sprinkle generously with your choice of seasoning or rub your steak rub into the meat.

Place steaks on the grill over the area with the most heat. Allow steaks to sear on that side for 3-5 minutes, or until a brown, crisp crust forms. Flip the steaks over with tongs and do the same to the other side.

How long to grill steak depends on the type of cut you chose and their thickness. Remove from the grill when a digital meat thermometer reads 135 degrees for medium-rare or 140 degrees for medium. If your steak is still rare after searing both sides, you may need to move each piece to a low-heat area of the grill, close the lid, and wait a couple of minutes for the heat to continue cooking the inside.

Place the steaks on a cutting board and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes, giving the juices time to work back through the meat to create the perfect steak.

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Thickness	Rare 110° To 120° F	Medium Rare 120° To 130° F	Medium 130° To 140° F
1.5″	3 min EACH SIDE	3.5 min EACH SIDE	4 min EACH SIDE
1.75″	3.5 min EACH SIDE	4 min EACH SIDE	4.5 min EACH SIDE
2″	4 min EACH SIDE	4.5 min EACH SIDE	5 min EACH SIDE

Thickness	Rare 110° To 120° F	Medium Rare 120° To 130° F	Medium 130° To 140° F
1″	5 min First Side 3 min Second Side	4.5 min EACH SIDE	6 min First Side 4 min Second Side
1.25″	5 min First Side 4 min Second Side	5.5 min EACH SIDE	7 min First Side 5 min Second Side
1.5″	6 min First Side 4 min Second Side	6 min EACH SIDE	7 min EACH SIDE
1.75″	6 min First Side 5 min Second Side	6.5 min EACH SIDE	8 min First Side 7 min Second Side
2″	6 min EACH SIDE	7 min EACH SIDE	8 min EACH SIDE

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