Top sirloin steak has the right amount of fat to create a melt-in-your-mouth, crowd-pleasing flavor.These cuts are large enough to feed a family.They are good at adapting to a variety of cooking methods.Prepare top sirloin using four popular methods: pan-frying, grilling, broiling and roasting.
Step 1: You can find a cut of top sirloin at your butcher or grocery store.
A large cut is enough for your meal.You can serve 1/2 pound of steak per person.It's a good idea to choose steaks that are at least 1 inch thick.When you cook thin steaks, they will dry out quickly.The steak is deep red in color and has a lot of fat.This is what makes steak tender.A band of white fat should be around the outside of the steak.
Step 2: The steak needs to be removed from its packaging.
If there is a lot of blood, wash your hands and thoroughly pat the steak dry with paper towels.You shouldn't rinse raw beef to wash it.bacteria can spread to other foods and surfaces if Rinsing raw beef and other raw meats is done.
Step 3: You can season the meat according to your tastes.
Steak doesn't need much seasoning.Salt and pepper can be sprinkled liberally on both sides.You can add garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder or Italian spices.
Step 4: If you want, you canMarinate the steak.
It pairs well with many flavors when it isMarinated.Pick your favorite from the store, or mix it up with equal parts oil, vinegar and spices.The steak should be put in a sealable plastic bag.Allow the steak to beMarinated for 2 to 4 hours.Depending on the type and size of the meat, the marinating times can vary.When possible, choose the full 4 hours for thick steaks.When you're ready to cook the steak, remove it from the bag, pat it dry, and then proceed to the next step.
Step 5: Allow the steak to sit at room temperature for one hour before cooking.
It will be difficult to achieve the "doneness" you desire if you cook a cold steak.Medium rare, well done, and rare steaks can be brought to room temperature.
Step 6: Cut the steak into smaller portions.
A wooden cutting board can be contaminated by using a plastic cutting surface.
Step 7: On the stove, place a cast iron skillet or a frying pan.
If you put a small amount of cooking oil in the pan, it will get smoking hot.
Step 8: The steaks should be placed in the center of the pan.
After 15 seconds, turn them to the other side using a pair of tongs.They should form a thick crust on both sides.Don't move the steaks too soon because it will prevent the crust from forming.The steaks should not be crowded in the pan.If necessary, cook the steaks in batches.
Step 9: Continue until the steaks are cooked.
For rare steaks, cook for 1 1/2 minutes on each side.For medium rare steaks, cook for 2 minutes on each side.For medium well steaks, cook for 2 1/2 minutes on each side.Cook steaks for 3 or more minutes on each side.
Step 10: Allow the steaks to rest for 3 minutes after they are removed from the pan.
The juices can be distributed through the steak.
Step 11: It's a good idea to serve the steak hot.
Step 12: Cut the steak into smaller portions.
A wooden cutting board can be contaminated by using a plastic cutting surface.
Step 13: Prepare the grill.
preheat the grill to a medium high temperature by brushing it with cooking oil.Allow the grill to get hot.Don't let the grill get too hot, or you'll end up with charred steak that's raw on the inside.
Step 14: The steaks should be placed on the grill surface.
On the first side, cook it for 4 minutes.After the first side has grill marks, use tongs to flip them over.For an additional 4 minutes, grill the other side.
Step 15: Allow the steaks to rest for 3 minutes after they are removed from the grill.
Step 16: The oven needs to be set to 500 degrees.
Step 17: Non-stick cooking spray can be sprayed on the surface of the pan.
The steak should be inside.
Step 18: Put the pan in the oven.
The meat should be about 2 to 3 inches from the flames.
Step 19: Allow the meat to be broiled for about 5 to 6 minutes.
Remove the pan from the oven, flip the steak to the other side, and put it back in to cook for another 5 to 6 minutes.
Step 20: The temperature in the oven should be 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 21: The steak should be in the roasting pan.
Step 22: The pan should be in the oven.
The steak should be cooked for at least 40 or 50 minutes.
Step 23: Before serving, allow the steak to rest for 3 minutes.