The perfect Beef Steak, how to

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Don't beat the meat! 

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If the meat has been treated well: beating not necessary. If the butcher advises to beat the meat to get it tender, it indicates that the meat is too young to sell.

How long do I pan fry to get the perfect steak??

Everyone wants their steak different. I always use the frying pan:

Advised baking time for a beef steak of 2 - 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick:

Cover the steak with some oil, pepper and salt and roast on each sides 1.5 minute over high heat in a pan .

Saignant (fr.) or red: roast each side 1.5 minute extra.

Medium: roast each side 3 minutes extra.

à Point or almost well done: each side 4 minutes extra.

Put the steak after baking for 5 minutes in a bit foil in an oven of 100°C/210°F to let the meat juices redistribute.