Description
If you have ever been intimidated by cooking Wagyu at home, this simple method will help you achieve a juicy, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth steak every time using high heat and minimal seasoning.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Wagyu steak (10 to 12 oz, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick)
- Kosher salt
- Optional freshly cracked black pepper
- Optional Wagyu fat or beef tallow
- Optional fresh herbs like parsley or chives
Instructions
- Remove steak from fridge and let sit for 45 to 60 minutes
- Season lightly with salt
- Heat a cast iron pan over high heat
- Add Wagyu fat or tallow to the pan
- Place steak in pan and sear for 60 to 90 seconds
- Flip and cook another 60 seconds
- Check temperature aiming for 115F for medium rare
- Remove and rest for 3 minutes
- Slice and serve
Notes
Keep seasoning simple to highlight natural flavor. Use high heat for a proper sear. Avoid overcooking to preserve texture. Always let the steak rest before slicing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan Sear
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg