THE PERFECT STEAK 1.PREPARE Leave steak at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking. Season the steak with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 2.COOK (SHALLOWFRY) Add 1 tsp of oil to a pan on high heat Sear on all sides for 1 minute. Reduce the heat to medium-high Cook to taste, turning occasionally. Rare: 4-7 minutes, Medium: 7-9 minutes, Well done: 9-11 minutes 3.ALLOW TO REST. Ensure the surface of the steak is thoroughly cooked. Once cooked, cover the steak, keep warm and allow to rest for 1 minute. Do not re-heat or microwave.