Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs flat iron steak
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 tsp coarse Kosher salt
  • 1 tsp cracked black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cold
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, smashed
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary

Instructions:

  1. Pat the 1.5 lbs flat iron steak with paper towels until the surface is completely matte. Note: This is the only way to get a real crust.
  2. Rub the salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder into both sides.
  3. Add 1 tbsp neutral oil to the skillet over high heat until you see the first wisps of smoke.
  4. Lay the steak into the pan (away from you!) and cook for 3 minutes until a dark brown crust forms.
  5. Use tongs to turn it over and cook the other side for another 2 minutes.
  6. Drop the temperature to medium high to prepare for the butter.
  7. Toss in the 3 tbsp cold butter, 4 cloves smashed garlic, and 2 sprigs rosemary.
  8. Tilt the pan so the butter pools and use a large spoon to pour it over the steak for 2 to 3 minutes until the butter is foamy and smells nutty.
  9. Pull the steak when it hits 130°F for medium rare.
  10. Place it on a cutting board for 5 minutes until the juices redistribute throughout the meat.