Today we’re diving into the world of juicy steaks without draining your wallets! 🥩💸
Pan-Seared Flap Steak: A Lesson in Flavorful Frugality 🍖
Got a hankering for steak but can’t afford the filet mignon prices? No worries, because flap steak is here to the rescue! This economical cut is not only budget-friendly but can be absolutely delish if cooked the right way!
Ingredients You’ll Need: 🛒
- 1 pound flap meat
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce (Pro Tip: Soy sauce packs a ton of flavor for a low price!)
- 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
- 4 large cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Tools: 🍳
- Gallon-sized plastic zipper bag
- Cast-iron skillet
Let’s Get Cooking! 🔥
- Marination Station: Toss that flap meat, soy sauce, and pepper in a gallon-sized plastic bag.
- Garlic Galore: Crush those garlic cloves and toss them into the mix.
- Bag & Chill: Seal the bag, remove air, and give it a good massage. Place it in the fridge to marinate for 1-12 hours.
- Searing Hot: Preheat that cast-iron skillet to a blazing 475°F/240°C.
- Steak Time: Carefully place that juicy steak into the sizzling skillet and flip every 30 seconds to a minute.
- Rest & Slice: Remove the steak when it reaches a few degrees below 135°F/57°C. Rest for 8-10 minutes and then slice against the grain. Voila, you’ve got yourself a steak feast!
Reverse-Seared Rib Eye: The Luxe for Less! 🥩💎
Fancy a rib-eye but scared it’ll cost an arm and a leg? Worry not! Here’s how to make it amazing without breaking the bank.
Ingredients You’ll Need: 🛒
- 1 1.5- to 2-inch-thick rib eye steak
- Salt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Optional: Pepper
Culinary Magic Starts Now: 🌟
- Prep Ahead: Season your steak generously and pop it in the fridge for 1-24 hours.
- Oven Lovin’: Preheat the oven to a gentle 275°F/140°C and bake until the internal temp reaches 95°F for medium-rare.
- Searing Perfection: Sizzle that steak in a preheated cast-iron skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until you get that perfect crust.
- Rest & Feast: Let it rest for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve!
And there you have it, folks! Two steak-tastic dishes that won’t have you crying over your bank statement! 🥳🍖
Stay tuned for more cooking classes where you can earn your Masters in Savory Savings! 🎓💵 Keep being deliciously thrifty, my food-loving friends! 🍽🌈
Regenerate