How to Cook a Cheap Steak (Video)

Today we're diving into the world of juicy steaks draining your wallets! 🥩💸

Pan-Seared Flap Steak: A Lesson in Flavorful Frugality 🍖

Got a hankering for but can't afford the filet mignon prices? No worries, because flap steak is here to the rescue! This economical cut is not only -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 cloves garlic
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Tools: 🍳

  • Gallon-sized plastic zipper bag
  • Cast-iron skillet

Let's Get Cooking! 🔥

  1. Marination Station: Toss that flap meat, soy sauce, and pepper in a gallon-sized plastic bag.
  2. Garlic Galore: Crush those garlic cloves and toss into the mix.
  3. Bag & Chill: Seal the bag, remove air, and give it a good massage. Place it in the fridge to marinate for 1-12 hours.
  4. Searing Hot: Preheat that cast-iron skillet to a blazing 475°F/240°C.
  5. Steak Time: Carefully place that juicy steak into the sizzling skillet and flip every 30 seconds to a minute.
  6. 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 .

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: 🌟

  1. Prep Ahead: Season your steak generously and pop it in the fridge for 1-24 hours.
  2. Oven Lovin': Preheat the oven to a gentle 275°F/140°C and bake until the internal temp reaches 95°F for medium-rare.
  3. Searing Perfection: Sizzle that steak in a preheated cast-iron skillet for 1-2 minutes per side until you get that perfect crust.
  4. 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! 🥳🍖

tuned for more cooking classes where you can earn your Masters in Savory ! 🎓💵 Keep deliciously , my -loving friends! 🍽🌈

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