Cowboy Steak

Medium rare

Author

Kevin Wilsey

Prep Time: 00:10

Recipe Time: 02:00

Temperature : 129F / 53.9C

Ingredients

• Cowboy steak, 2 in. thick
• Salt
• Pepper
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Olive oil
• Butter

Directions

1. Liberally season steak with salt, pepper and spices on all sides.
2. Vacuum seal steak. Add aromatics like rosemary to the bag, if desired.
3. Cook at 129 degrees for 2 hours.

Finishing Steps

1. Remove steak from bag. Rest on paper towels to dry one side. Pat other side dry with paper towels.
2. Preheat cast iron pan with 2 Tbsp olive oil over medium high heat until oil smokes.
3. Sear steak for 30 seconds each side. After one minute on each side, add 1 Tbsp butter to the pan and sear for an additional 30 seconds on each side. Use grill press to get a even sear.
4. Use tongs to sear the sides of the steak.
5. Remove steak from pan. Rest on cutting board for 10 minutes.
6. Slice steak to serve.