When you think of the classic pairings in the world of food – Fish and Chips, Pork Chops and Applesauce, Gin and Tonic – one that doesn’t get as much press is Steak and Eggs. This is one of those great diner meals that, like a stack of flapjacks, any good line cook should be able to knock right out. One big advantage the average greasy spoon restaurant has over the home cook is a well seasoned, super hot griddle and a broiler that can heat to over 1000 degrees.
This shouldn’t be an obstacle for you, as one can still make awesome steak and eggs at home in a cast iron pan. And you can prepare this in under 15 minutes, making it a great weeknight dinner option. We’re going to use a 2-step method of searing the steak first in the pan and then finishing it in the oven. After the steak is cooked, we’ll use the same pan to scramble the eggs.
Raw steak in a super hot pan |
Time in the pan is going to be short. For cooking to Medium with a 3/4″ thick steak, I’ll cook it 1 minute per side. Any less and it won’t brown completely and will still stick to the pan – a signal from your pan that it’s not yet done cooking the meat. After 60 seconds, flip the steak over and cook for another 60 seconds.
One thing to keep in mind is that you always cook the presentation side first. The first side in the pan had the advantage of being there for the hottest temperatures and will therefore have the best color. After flipping, the pan has lost a lot of heat and there won’t be as much browning.
After cooking both sides of the steak |
After both sides have been cooked immediately place the pan in the oven. You’ll be cooking each side for about 2 minutes for 6 total minutes of cooking. For a 3/4″ cut, this should be medium. For a 1″ cut, you’re probably looking at medium rare.
If you want a rare steak, pull it after the first 2 minutes in the oven. If you are even more adventurous and want it “blue”, then increase the searing time to 90 seconds per side and skip the oven.
Cooking the eggs in the same pan |
After the steak is done, pull it off to the serving plate and loosely cover with foil. Place your pan back over a flame and make use of what’s left in the pan to scramble the eggs. This will happen fast. Cook, flip, cook and serve. There you go….diner style steak and eggs.
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Where are the fries? No steak can possibly be complete without a generous side of those golden, deep-fried potatoes.
Good point, Alex, a healthy portion of fries is always great with a steak. Although, my preference for breakfast is a couple of eggs scrambled in the pan drippings....maybe some hash browns too?
This is a delicious recipe, nice for breakfast! and healthy. thanks for sharing.
Simon