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Pan-Seared Sirloin Steak

A simple, seasoned sirloin steak that's quick and produces a tasty, tender steak.
Prep Time1 day
Cook Time26 minutes
Total Time1 day 26 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef
Servings: 4
Cost: $22.50

Ingredients

  • 2 lb trimmed sirloin at least 1" thick

Dry Rub

  • 1 T salt
  • 1 T pepper
  • 1 t garlic powder
  • 1 t onion powder
  • 1 t cayenne pepper
  • 1 t paprika
  • 1 T brown sugar

Gravy Mix

  • 1 c beef broth
  • 1 T butter
  • 8 oz whole mushrooms, sliced thinly

Instructions

  • Mix the dry rub ingredients in a freezer bag
  • Place the thawed steak in the dry rub bag, coating the steak. Seal and refrigerate overnight
  • When ready to prepare, heat pan to medium-high heat and pan fry sirloin about 8 minutes each side for medium-rare. Use grilling tongs to ensure the edges of the steak are seared and any fat is rendered.
  • I add a dash of soy sauce and a dash of Worcestershire to one side, and a dash of A1 & olive oil to the other side.
  • Medium-rare steak will reach an internal temperature of 120° - 130° F and be light red in the center, with red juice droplets on the surface of the steak.
  • Remove from pan, and tent with foil while resting for 5 - 10 minutes.

Gravy Mix

  • Add butter & mushrooms to hot pan and sautee until soft
  • Add the broth and simmer 10 minutes, mixing and deglazing the pan
  • If one person wants their steak well-done, add their steak to the gravy mix and cook 8 minutes each side on medium-high. A well-done steak will reach an internal temperature of 160° - 170° F and be firm, not spongy.