The Best Way to Cook Steak in the Oven
Updated: 5 hours ago
The reverse sear is the method we cannot stop talking about, and it is the best way to cook steak in the oven. Cook low and slow, then finish with a very hot sear for a perfect crust.
Once we found out how to cook steak in the oven, we started doing it constantly and telling all our friends. It is that good, and it is easy to commit to memory. Best of all, it is a delicious, no-stress way to cook a High Protein dinner.
Why the reverse sear is the best way to cook steak in the oven
The reverse sear can be done in the oven and finished in a skillet. Some people also like to finish it on the grill, which we think is pretty great, too. The basic premise is to cook the steak at a low temperature for a longer time, then finish it off with a very hot sear so the crust develops that char and delicious caramelization.
It is a super easy way to cook steaks for a crowd, and it helps you avoid overcooking (or undercooking) thicker steaks. Cook to your desired doneness with an instant-read thermometer.
Doneness | Target temperature |
Rare | 120 to 125°F |
Medium rare | 125 to 130°F |
Medium | 135 to 140°F |
Medium well | 140 to 145°F |
Well | 150 to 160°F |
What you need to reverse sear a steak
For this lesson, you will need your steaks (pulled from the fridge a little ahead of time), an oven-safe skillet, kitchen tongs, a sheet tray, salt, and oil. Sarah Beth from our team walks you through the reverse sear, step by step, in the video below.
Follow the video for oven temperature and timing, then check your steak with a thermometer so you can pull it right on your target.
Recipes to try with the reverse sear method
We hope you like the reverse sear as much as we do. Here are some recipes to try:
Want to cook your steak another way?
FAQ
What is a reverse sear?
A reverse sear flips the usual order. You cook the steak low and slow first, then finish it with a very hot sear so the crust develops char and caramelization.
Why reverse sear thick steaks?
Cooking low and slow helps you avoid overcooking, or undercooking, a thicker steak, so you land on your desired doneness.
Can I finish a reverse sear on the grill?
Yes. You can finish in an oven-safe skillet or on the grill. We think both are pretty great.
How do I know when my steak is done?
Use an instant-read thermometer and cook to your target temperature, not to the clock.
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