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James Martin Sirloin Steak

James Martin Sirloin Steak recipe
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James Martin’s sirloin steak recipe focuses on cooking a high-quality cut of beef to perfection. The sirloin steak is seared in a hot pan to develop a beautiful crust, basted with butter for added richness, and served with a simple yet flavorful accompaniment like garlic and thyme.

Ingredients

  • Sirloin steak (2 x 250g): Choose steaks with good marbling for flavor.
  • Butter (50g): For basting and richness.
  • Olive oil (1 tablespoon): For searing the steak.
  • Garlic (2 cloves): Smashed, to infuse flavor.
  • Fresh thyme (2 sprigs): Optional, for a fragrant touch.
  • Salt and black pepper: To taste and season.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the steak

  • Remove the steaks from the fridge 30 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature.
  • Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2: Heat the pan

  • Place a heavy-based frying pan over high heat. Add the olive oil and heat until it starts to shimmer.

Step 3: Sear the steak

  • Place the steaks in the hot pan and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side for medium-rare, pressing gently to ensure contact with the pan. Adjust the cooking time based on your preferred doneness.

Step 4: Add butter and aromatics

  • Reduce the heat to medium, add the butter, garlic, and thyme to the pan.
  • Tilt the pan slightly and use a spoon to baste the steaks with the melted butter for 1–2 minutes.

Step 5: Rest the steak

  • Remove the steaks from the pan and let them rest on a plate for 5 minutes, loosely covered with foil. This allows the juices to be redistributed.

Step 6: Serve

  • Slice the steaks against the grain and serve hot with your choice of sides and sauces.

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