Pan-Seared Sirloin with Garlic Herb Mushrooms

• Sirloin Steak

  2 pieces (8 oz each)
• Cremini Mushrooms

  8 ounces
• Garlic

  2 cloves (minced)
• Fresh Thyme

  1 tablespoon (chopped)
• Fresh Rosemary

  1 tablespoon (chopped)
• Butter

  2 tablespoons
• Olive Oil

  1 tablespoon
• Salt

  0.5 teaspoon (or to taste)
• Black Pepper

  0.3 teaspoon (or to taste)

All Steps

1. 1

   Pat the sirloin steaks dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

3. 3

   Carefully place the seasoned steaks in the hot skillet. Sear for 3-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or adjust to your desired doneness. For medium-rare, the internal temperature should be 130-135°F (54-57°C).

4. 4

   While the steaks are searing, slice the cremini mushrooms. Mince the garlic cloves, and chop the fresh thyme and rosemary.

5. 5

   Once steaks reach desired doneness, remove them from the skillet and let rest on a cutting board, tented loosely with foil, for at least 5-7 minutes. Resting allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a tender steak.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, fresh thyme, and fresh rosemary.

7. 7

   Sauté the mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and browned, about 5-7 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

8. 8

   Serve the rested sirloin steaks immediately, topped with the garlic herb mushrooms.