Cook a Ribeye Steak in MINUTES with a Secret Cold Sear Trick!

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  • @lizz3684
    @lizz3684 9 місяців тому +62

    Thank you for the tip on how to chose a ribeye

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому +5

      You're very welcome. Thanks for watching and commenting.

    • @USMC_LAterZ
      @USMC_LAterZ 8 місяців тому

      I had no idea as well. Always went for the marbling and nothing more.

  • @philalston356
    @philalston356 8 місяців тому +3

    Thanks Ralph. Philip from the UK here and this takes the pressure out of steak cooking. So welcome.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  8 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching Philip. I hope this helps. It's always good to have a couple of different methods to rely on.

  • @christopherwright6602
    @christopherwright6602 Рік тому +40

    I'm getting into meat more after being mostly vegetarian. I can't wait to try this technique, Thanks!

    • @dosstheboss100
      @dosstheboss100 8 місяців тому +6

      You're headed in the right direction!

    • @Urfir3d
      @Urfir3d 3 місяці тому

      Honestly, I recommend looking at his reverse sear method (I haven't seen it to be honest, but he mentions it, I'm assuming it's a standard reverse sear) or using a hot pan. The problem with this method of starting out with a cold pan is that the steak will warm up way too slowly. That means you will get lots of banding in the steak. You'll notice when the steak here is cut there's a thick gray area around the outside of the steak and a thin pink area in the middle. The probe was put in the middle and he set it to be pink, except the outside will overcook.
      You are better off with the steak NOT being cold but being at room temperature, and you are better off with a HOT pan. This allows you to get a good sear and cooking getting the steak to come out with a better sear and less banding like this.
      A reverse sear is great cause you get almost no banding at all (like sous-vide), but it does take a very long time. A reverse sear is where you first cook the steak in the over at very low heat for a LONG time, then you finish it with a sear in a very hot pan.

    • @srb4722
      @srb4722 Місяць тому

      Your on your way to being healthier. 😊

    • @oralkaan
      @oralkaan 15 днів тому

      Wet/no crust and a big grey band, not diggin' it.
      Otherise love how it was made and the feel

  • @jameshenderson5385
    @jameshenderson5385 8 місяців тому +29

    Hey Ralph, I am a retired chef. Been all over Europe and can honestly say that's perfect!!

    • @PCGGC
      @PCGGC 8 місяців тому +3

      not even close...

    • @tejay9416
      @tejay9416 8 місяців тому +7

      I hope you're being sarcastic no shade on ralph but if you actually think those lines in the middle are chef worthy you need to go back to school

    • @skibbles827
      @skibbles827 2 місяці тому

      @@tejay9416 Yeah it's too brown on the edges for me

  • @patriciamiley3742
    @patriciamiley3742 Місяць тому +3

    I like this method! No smoking up the kichen. Thank you!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  23 дні тому

      You're right about that Patricia, there is very little mess and smoke.

  • @MarkRVillano
    @MarkRVillano Рік тому +337

    Having cooked ribeye steaks a number of different ways (including this one), as a matter of personal preference give me a pan that's scorching hot right from the git-go every time.

    • @SuzetteG316
      @SuzetteG316 Рік тому +25

      Just try this method. You will never know how great a technique this is unless you do. THEN if you prefer you other method, fine. But this cold-searing is a game changer and my steaks come out tender, delicious and perfectly cooked every time.

    • @jovicadamnjanovic3328
      @jovicadamnjanovic3328 Рік тому +54

      @@SuzetteG316 I think Mark said he tried this method as well - "Having cooked ribeye steaks a number of different ways (including this one)".

    • @bloosabina
      @bloosabina Рік тому +32

      @@SuzetteG316 did you even read what he said?

    • @aneedmorehead9006
      @aneedmorehead9006 Рік тому +48

      The steak in the video looks disgusting

    • @Tampain
      @Tampain Рік тому +5

      Was the steak at room temperature before you began the process?

  • @shadow-wulf
    @shadow-wulf Рік тому +54

    He says, "Let's get started," and STARTS! Thank you, so many others say let's start, then they have 20 minutes of graphics, music, chatter about stuff competed unrelated. Oh and thanks for the technique

  • @CL-im9lk
    @CL-im9lk 9 місяців тому +18

    Another way to cook steak. I’ve been a reverse sear fan but it takes a long time and needs some planning when you want your dinner on time. I’ll try this method. Thanks!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому +1

      I love doing a steak with a reverse sear, but when you're short on time, this works great.

    • @kevins9389
      @kevins9389 3 місяці тому

      Reverse sear is King for flavor mmm 😋 🤤

  • @garytbender4548
    @garytbender4548 Рік тому +55

    As a professional chef of over 20 yrs, I had never heard about a cold sear method. Very insightful and I most certainly enjoyed your presentation. I have subscribed and look forward to hearing and watching more!❤

    • @AzTurboMini
      @AzTurboMini Рік тому +2

      I reverse sear alot using a pellet grill (smoker) and then a 26" Blackstone flat top. I cook all of my steaks MR and reverse sear to 120°before hitting the screaming hot flat top for 1 minute each side. If that was a 1" steak he cooked he definitely overcooked it on the finish most likely trying to get some color into the steak. If not it would have been an ugly grey. His heat ring on each side tells no lies. They were at least twice as thick as mine. Maybe 75% thicker not leaving about 30% of MR on that one side and the rest visibly overcooked. 80% of the inside of a steak should be what you want it to be MR. That leaves 10% per side to put a screaming hot crust on it using flavored butter or your choice of oils. I use homemade flavored butter myself.
      I personally wouldn't use this method and would do a proper reverse sear. Yes this is faster for 1 or 2 steaks but the outcome isn't great IMO
      The awesome thing about using a pellet smoker is you can use different types of pellets for different smoke profiles and you can have your smoker and your flat top cleaned and inside just a tad after the steaks are done resting. And by reverse searing in a pellet grill it'll take 45 minutes to an hour depending on how large and thick the staff are. I've actually had 2.5" Tomahawks take 1.5 hours to come up to 120°. I normally cook 4-10 at a time and the only special tools you need to have is wired or wireless thermometers for the meat and 1 for the smoker. *Always double check you grill thermometer if it comes with one as many can be off as much as 100° Your grill may say it's 250 but in reality it's 350. Most can be calibrated but the wired unit I use has one for the grill and 4 for meat so I bypass the one that came with mine. I did check it against the other and it's 30° high. Anyway, hopefully I'm not barking at a wall and you get some ideas from this. No fuss and no muss cooking outside and very easy clean up! Be blessed! ✌️

    • @edg5218
      @edg5218 Рік тому +3

      @@AzTurboMini u mentioned above that u get 10% on each side for grey band for searing? If you're getting that much per side then your def not searing correctly. I can get a nice dark crust and still have wall to wall redness!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +2

      Thanks. Your comment means even more to me since you're a professional chef.

    • @jopharhautman9716
      @jopharhautman9716 11 місяців тому +5

      Another pro chef here.
      The cold sear method is absolute gold.
      I off center the lid and the sound and smell is when I know to flip it.
      Temp down to low with the lid askew again for a short couple minutes and rest.
      20 Oz ribeyes perfect every time.
      I'll likely never use a grill again.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  11 місяців тому +2

      @@jopharhautman9716 I love this comment. You are offering some truly great advice. Thanks.

  • @timivers8823
    @timivers8823 Місяць тому +1

    Retired chef here, just saying this is great! The science of it is brilliant.👍🏻

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Місяць тому

      @@timivers8823 Thanks. I especially like hearing that from a legit chef.

    • @timivers8823
      @timivers8823 Місяць тому +1

      @@ralphknowsfood no threat of a grey band on the sear. Definitely less mess.👍🏻

  • @briancollins3177
    @briancollins3177 Рік тому +8

    Thank you so much for this method! I have always thought I had to grill a steak to get a good result,.....but too often over cooked them. I live in central Texas, and it just gets too dang hot to grill outdoors in the summer. I tried this tonight on a T-Bone in my dry carbon steel pan. The steak was perfect after 8 minutes,...maybe a bit more towards Rare instead of the usual medium rare I shoot for. Did the salting an hour before,....took it off the medium heat when my probe showed temps from 118 to 130. Let it rest 5 minutes and rubbed a pat of butter around the top. Looked great with a nice browned crust,....and rare inside. Delicious! This is my new preferred way to cook a steak!!!

  • @taylorgallion2748
    @taylorgallion2748 Рік тому +22

    Very cool simple method for searing steaks. I am a professional cook, most people who don't cook or don't like to cook think it's always so difficult and complex. This is a simple method for a quick steak that just about anyone can do. Love it!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +2

      Thanks, that means a lot coming from a professional cook.

  • @tudor33
    @tudor33 Рік тому +311

    I think it is fair to mention Lan Lam for being the first from my knowledge to mention this technique on UA-cam. It is perfect for home cooks and it gives a consistent result all the time. Other than that, thanks for spreading the word on it!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +37

      Your right, Lan Lam does a fantastic job, I admire her videos. Thanks for the comment, and keep them coming.

    • @surfingonmars8979
      @surfingonmars8979 Рік тому +9

      Her channel is terrific.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +5

      @@surfingonmars8979 It really is.

    • @lupinewoof
      @lupinewoof Рік тому

      ua-cam.com/video/uJcO1W_TD74/v-deo.html

    • @joefleischmann
      @joefleischmann Рік тому +2

      Indeed she did

  • @dizziechef9502
    @dizziechef9502 Рік тому +15

    I love rare steak with a perfect sear. Nothing better. I’m carnivore and love this video. Thank you Ralph.❤

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the comment. I always appreciate hearing from viewers.

    • @davidfarina2448
      @davidfarina2448 Рік тому +3

      Me too! I love to dry with Sea, Kosher, or pink Himalayan and also way before cooking. No other spice until after cooking. Also a bit of butter when resting! Great video!

    • @Jack-tx2ve
      @Jack-tx2ve Рік тому +2

      ​@@davidfarina2448yes that is the way to do it. Burnt pepper on steak is no good.

    • @AWAW-z8r
      @AWAW-z8r 8 місяців тому

      @@davidfarina2448 is that what he said? I couldn't quite understand what he was saying...take the moisture out put the moisture back in ...huh?!

    • @AWAW-z8r
      @AWAW-z8r 8 місяців тому

      @@ralphknowsfood what did you say about the salt? unclear.

  • @sd8023
    @sd8023 9 місяців тому +4

    Perfectly cooked

  • @tedtitmus8900
    @tedtitmus8900 10 місяців тому +5

    This is Brilliant. My daughter can’t even boil water, but she can do this. You have been my answer. Ted

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for leaving a comment. I hope this helps your daughter out.

    • @RAV3N290
      @RAV3N290 8 місяців тому

      You must be father of the year

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  8 місяців тому

      @@RAV3N290 Thanks Ted

  • @johnroy4508
    @johnroy4508 10 місяців тому +8

    Great cooking system Ralph! Thanks for sharing!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for watching. I hope this technique works out well for you.

  • @joethielman5689
    @joethielman5689 Місяць тому +1

    I've tried all of them and definitely like this method best. I was amazed that this is the quickest and still delicious, tender, and juicy.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Місяць тому

      @joethielman5689 Thanks Joe. This works out pretty well, especially if you're in a hurry. It's a whole lot less mess.

  • @marchodgkin2807
    @marchodgkin2807 8 місяців тому +4

    Thx for the technique 😊

  • @maryloudelossantos1624
    @maryloudelossantos1624 Рік тому +8

    Thank you for sharing valuable helpful TIPS. I am a ribeye steak lover. I appreciate your precious time greatly.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it.

  • @troypierce9517
    @troypierce9517 Рік тому +11

    I liked all the detail which you gave Ralph ! The steak looked beautifully cooked. I'll bet it was delicious. Thank you !

  • @drew-shourd
    @drew-shourd 9 місяців тому +1

    Good video sir, Drew here, retired professional chef from Los Angeles and this is a tried-and-true method, but maybe only a secret to non-professional cooks. Btw, imo, that 'medium-rare' looked perfect, good job, nice smart probe, gonna check that out. Remember, "Never trust a skinny chef." - Paul Prudhomme

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for the comment, it means a lot coming from a retired chef. If you've seen any of my more recent videos, you will know that I don't need to worry about people trusting me. haha

  • @SandraMarkham-mq7hs
    @SandraMarkham-mq7hs Рік тому +11

    I season with kosher salt; cracked black pepper; use cast iron skillet; add butter fresh rosemary; and fresh thyme and baste with butter sauce while cooking! Flavor is superb! Also add some butter on top while it is resting.

  • @johnnywalker4857
    @johnnywalker4857 4 місяці тому +2

    Wow, that looks good enough to eat. Thanks for making the video for us!

  • @hadrianmansueto2556
    @hadrianmansueto2556 Рік тому +4

    Thats what i call a perfect steak

  • @plantfeeder6677
    @plantfeeder6677 3 місяці тому +1

    Rib eye, Chuck eye, Top Sirloin. I cook ALL steaks by cold searing method. I also set my timer at 1:55 as I find it takes about 5 seconds between flipping and starting the timer. I love this method and it cuts cooking time in half.😊

  • @juliocrespo1544
    @juliocrespo1544 11 місяців тому +7

    Gotta try this!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  11 місяців тому

      I hope it works out well for you. Let me know your results.

  • @DebraPortillo
    @DebraPortillo 3 місяці тому +1

    I will be cooking my ribeye this way tonight! Thank you

  • @stroys7061
    @stroys7061 Рік тому +5

    I’m mostly carnivore so cooking a steak properly is very important to me.
    You got 👍🏻 and a new subscriber.

  • @michaelsantullo1569
    @michaelsantullo1569 10 місяців тому +1

    Hi Ralph... I thoroughly enjoyed your method of cooking steak in a cold pan, particularly ribeye which I love.
    One suggestion I might have for you is to give us more "close-up" shots of the food you are preparing so we can benefit from what the food item looks like as it is progressing to be cooked.
    Keep up the great work Ralph.
    Mike Santullo
    Albuquerque, New Mexico USA

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому

      Hello Michael. Thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it. Since posting this video, I have learned a lot more about editing and post production. I try to get more close up shots into the videos whenever I can now. I have also added a couple more cameras. Thanks for letting me know where your from , I enjoy seeing where viewers are at. I have stopped off in Albuquerque many times while on road trips out to California, Arizona and Nevada.

  • @yad2917
    @yad2917 Рік тому +5

    Looks great. I prefer a darker crust, but I would definitely eat that steak

  • @GeorgetaBlanaru
    @GeorgetaBlanaru 8 місяців тому +1

    Awesome!

  • @jamesonearth8331
    @jamesonearth8331 9 місяців тому +11

    One thing I've learned over the years cooking steak, is that I like a good sear. The reverse sear method is perfect for me even though it takes a little while longer. But I am convinced that if smoke isn't rolling out of my kitchen, then I haven't done a good job searing LOL! I would be cautious if you're using a Teflon pan and heating it on high. As long as you don't get distracted, I'd say you'd be okay with the short amount of time it's on high. Just thought I would throw that out there. Thanks for the idea😁

    • @rosannerossi6376
      @rosannerossi6376 9 місяців тому +1

      I agree with you 💯 you had me 😂😂😂 at smoke bellowing…it happens every time but it tastes soooo good!

    • @slowrobot8369
      @slowrobot8369 8 місяців тому

      You're searing wrong. ua-cam.com/video/IZY8xbdHfWk/v-deo.html

  • @johnh.shuman
    @johnh.shuman Рік тому +6

    Best presentation of cold sear method on UA-cam

  • @giladkinori5197
    @giladkinori5197 Рік тому +3

    Itryed it, 3" Ribaye, came out great. thank you

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      That's awesome to hear. Thanks for watching and thanks for the comment.

  • @jim671671
    @jim671671 9 місяців тому +2

    Never heard of this method, I usually reverse sear but will definitely give this a try. Cheers for the video mate 👍

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому

      I still love a good Reverse Sear, but it's always good to have another technique or two. Thanks for leaving me a comment.

  • @1jimjiminy
    @1jimjiminy 9 місяців тому +2

    I never heard of a cold sear before today. Watching your video. Wow Ralph, awesome but keep up the good work. I can almost smell it from here smelling it is only part of the battle. I want to taste it. It looks so tasty and ribeyes are not my favorite steak but you sure did make this one look delicious. Thank you again sir

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  8 місяців тому

      Thanks for the compliment and thanks for watching.

  • @samsmithbr
    @samsmithbr Рік тому +14

    Hi Ralph, that looks really convincing and very interesting,, and definitely, will give it a try! Thanks! Now a couple of questions,, was the steak at room temperature or just out of the fridge? And the other question,, how thick was that steak? By the way, that was a beautiful steak, a very generous cap and lovely marbling!

  • @jerseyjoe82364
    @jerseyjoe82364 8 місяців тому +2

    All kidding aside, that steak looks extremely tender. Well done!

  • @drewflanagan4296
    @drewflanagan4296 Рік тому +7

    Anytime I cook a frozen steak (which is rare, no pun intended) this is how I do it. Turns out perfect every time.

  • @candissdelcastillo7863
    @candissdelcastillo7863 5 місяців тому

    You have an excellent teaching style. Never had seen this technique before. Will be trying it out soon.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  4 місяці тому

      Thanks. I appreciate your kind comment.

  • @jerrysweet8202
    @jerrysweet8202 Рік тому +50

    I’ve done it this way myself and it’s pretty good, but I prefer high heat because I like it well done on the outside And pink and juicy in the middle.

  • @ArsonHQ
    @ArsonHQ Місяць тому +2

    I've just Subscribed, just personally subscribed about 4 or 5 minutes ago, this is pretty awesome and you've actually got the perfect relaxational mood boosting music in the background.!!! 💙💚💜❤👩‍❤‍👩

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Місяць тому +1

      @ArsonHQ Thanks, even though I know the music was probably pretty bad and depressing. Lol. That's what happens when you've been editing all night, it's 4am, and it's sounding pretty good to me at the time. I'm really glad you liked it in spite of the music. Thanks for the subscription.

    • @ArsonHQ
      @ArsonHQ Місяць тому +2

      @@ralphknowsfood: Seems more than fine to me and I like and Love the melody flow of the tune of it.!!! The reason being was because when and while I was watching and viewing your personal youtube steak video here on UA-cam, well it actually sounds more like a Tribute and Motivational Mood Boosting melody tune to the tune's flow such as in referring to motivating people to make their local community what it is today and motivate farmers and countryside individuals to let their tv commercials and dairy farms motivate both tv and youtube viewers to actually get involved in their local community type of tune to it.!!! The Music also sounds like Tribute to Success, like it and Love it...Yeah, Great Tutorial with an Excellent UA-cam Experience.
      Great Music, oh yeah...You're very most welcome by the way Ralph.!!!
      Sincerely And Yours Trulyman:
      Mark:) Filipino Canadian from upper North America, Canada.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Місяць тому

      @ArsonHQ Thanks Mark. I appreciate your comments.

  • @ralphhernandez3521
    @ralphhernandez3521 Рік тому +6

    I have never seen that cooking method, but I am definitely trying that tonight. Thank you for this channel and showing me what I have been doing wrong.😢

  • @stonewallXVI
    @stonewallXVI Рік тому +2

    awesome video.

  • @TheWakatv
    @TheWakatv Рік тому +8

    I was dying inside until you told me that you salted it before hand. I will try it. Thankyou very much

  • @Jocitb4utryit
    @Jocitb4utryit Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the in-depth process of cooking my favorite cut of beef. I never knew it could be that tender cooking it cold.

  • @clydesmith4395
    @clydesmith4395 Рік тому +6

    ,
    Thank you for teaching your methods of cooking. Today I earned not only how to properly cook a ribeye, but also that the ribeye had a cap. I remember when I was stationed at Yokota AB Japan in 1977-80, I could buy ribeye by the case at the PX. Funny part is all the caps were missing! 20 lbs of ribeye and no caps. Seems I and many others were cheated out of the best part. Keep up the good work and I will see you later.

    • @alsaunders7805
      @alsaunders7805 Рік тому

      My middle brother was born on Kadena Army Air Base in Okinawa around 1965. I still have vivid memories from there and I was only 2-4 years old. 🤔🤓🍻

  • @lisazilaro6906
    @lisazilaro6906 Рік тому +2

    Yummy !!! I’m going to try this . Thanks for sharing your recipe for a delicious Ribeye

  • @studentdeljuego
    @studentdeljuego Рік тому +12

    Chef Raymond Blanc has a very similar technique. Only he adds butter to cold pan and put it on medium heat til the butter starts foams then he adds the meat. He cooks it about 5 min per side flipping only once. I think the key to this method is the thickness of the steak.

    • @lindsaydrage5047
      @lindsaydrage5047 8 місяців тому +1

      Totally agree, trying to get a supermarket butcher to cut a thicker piece is like squeezing blood out of a stone.

  • @alsdouble
    @alsdouble Рік тому +2

    Gonna give it a try. Not much smoke, sometimes I fill my kitchen with smoke. Looks great.

    • @rjones3296
      @rjones3296 Рік тому

      Your right, there should not be much smoke with this method. Thanks for leaving me a comment.

  • @rogerdavis9962
    @rogerdavis9962 9 місяців тому +4

    I'm ready to splurge for a ribeye....thanks

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the comment Roger. I appreciate your watching.

  • @Von1966
    @Von1966 Рік тому +1

    That looks amazing. My mouth is watering. Greetings from North Wales, UK x

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching and for the great comment.

  • @smokey_410
    @smokey_410 Рік тому +13

    I use the same method but I flip it ever 30sec. On med-high heat for the first 3mins then on low-medium for the final 3mins, it cooks more evenly creating a perfect wall to wall medium steak

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +3

      Thanks for the comment. Your right about the 30 second flip. I have changed how I do things since I made this video and I agree it works out better.

    • @todayipaint4667
      @todayipaint4667 Рік тому +1

      Exactly. And I think you are not the only one. I always cooked steak like this. I bet there are millions, or even billions, of us.

    • @todayipaint4667
      @todayipaint4667 Рік тому +1

      I also do first high heat, then medium-low, then maybe a short high heat session at the end if needed, for the crust. Don't use a thermometer, I can tell by touch what's happening inside the steak.

  • @harryfatcat
    @harryfatcat Рік тому +3

    What adjustments would you make if using a cast iron pan? Looks great by the way!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +3

      I think it would be harder to do in a cast iron pan because the cast iron will hold on to the high heat longer. Cast iron would be ideal for the Reverse Sear Method though. Check out my video on Reverse Sear. Thanks for watching.

    • @kl-br6bh
      @kl-br6bh Рік тому +3

      Cold sear in cold cast iron is my go-to. Cook on medium low until the steak releases from the pan on each side for medium rare (3/4 to 1 inch steak).
      Nice sear, tender, not undercooked.

  • @successtrainingservices9937
    @successtrainingservices9937 8 місяців тому +1

    Interesting maybe I'll try it? Thank you for taking the time to share the video! I usually season my steaks S&P vacuum seal Sous Vide pat down and give it a Maillard reaction with a deep crust Rest for five on my steak

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  8 місяців тому

      Sous Vide can work really well, but can take a lot of time. If for some reason you don't have as much time that night, this can work out. Is it my preferred method, no, I still usually go to using a reverse sear.

    • @successtrainingservices9937
      @successtrainingservices9937 8 місяців тому

      @@ralphknowsfood Makes sense. I hear you I started prepping our food when we had 8 kids @ home and I guess old habits die hard? I have a vacuum sealer and include seasoning for each prepped meal. I drop it in the sous vide and remotely turn it on via Apple Viola it is super passive. Through A sear on it. Am I always prepared heck no so I'll be trying yours soon. Thank you. The sous vide setup is pretty cheap and convenient. If you haven't already done a video maybe it is worthy of a video?

  • @zemekiel
    @zemekiel Рік тому +34

    I do think there is a bit too much grey from either side of the steak before the pink middle.
    This is how I cook steak, giving me a thin sear and then a perfekt pink between (medium rare).
    I usually get steaks that are slightly less than 1 inch thickness.
    - Dry off the steak, season with salt and pepper
    - In pan, high heat, 45 seconds searing on each side, and also sear the sides
    - Put in oven at 400 F for 7 minutes, Take out of oven and let rest under foil for 30 min
    - Put back in oven for another 7 minutes, take out and enjoy!
    It is perfect every time! :)

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +3

      Great suggestion. I'll try it. Sounds like it will make a great video. Thanks!

    • @danf.5718
      @danf.5718 Рік тому

      Wont have enough crust for my liking. 45 secs per side not alot

    • @tictac4949
      @tictac4949 Рік тому +9

      The best way to make steak is salt and pepper at least 2 hours before cooking, get the pan hot as hell with olive oil and put the strip of fat down first, let the fat render and melt into the pan and I mean really almost burn the fat, put the steak down and let it sear for like 2-3 minutes depending on thickness. Flip the steak and throw in a thick chunk of butter, a clove of crushed garlic and some rosemary on the stick. Move the butter around the outside of the pan so it melts around the steak and absorbs the flavors, then get a spoon and tilt the pan a bit so the butter goes to one side, and toss the butter all over the steak with the spoon over and over again for the rest of the 2 minutes of that side. Then flip the steak one more time and throw the butter on it again for about 10-15 seconds. Turn off the pan and flip the steak presentation side up onto a plate. Then pick up the charred rosemary sticks and place them on the steak so it’s flavors melt into the steak as it rests. Let it rest for minimum 7-10 minutes. Best steak you’ll ever have.

    • @od40k77
      @od40k77 Рік тому

      @@tictac4949 I have made my steaks in the past the way you describe and it is very delicious. Now I do it the same way except when I baste the steak in butter I only use thyme, garlic cloves, and sliced shallots. That’s my favorite way.

    • @tictac4949
      @tictac4949 Рік тому

      @@od40k77 interesting I’ll have to try that

  • @dilippatel3268
    @dilippatel3268 9 місяців тому +1

    excellent video

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому

      Hi Dilip, thanks for watching and for leaving a nice comment.

  • @miles-thesleeper-monroe8466
    @miles-thesleeper-monroe8466 Рік тому +16

    Thanks for the vid, very brave to do that given that every bloke considers themselves an expert 😊. For my taste that looked under browned, the fat hadn't rendered and browned enough and the cross section looks a bit cooked/undercooked rather than graduated done ness. My fave never fail is room temp steak scorching hot cast iron, season heavily all sides then tongs to fry the fatty ends and get some beef lard rendered. Then each side till it's as seared as you dare, then wrap in foil and put it somewhere best suited to regulate the time you have available or the doneness you want.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      Thank for your comments and I appreciate your watching.

    • @pdk213
      @pdk213 Рік тому +1

      You know nothing... miles.

    • @markcab2055
      @markcab2055 Рік тому +1

      @@pdk213 Actually his method is correct, except for the wrapping in foil part, no do not do that.

    • @scetchport
      @scetchport Рік тому

      @@pdk213 🤣🤣🤐😂

  • @justsomedude8118
    @justsomedude8118 Рік тому +1

    This is an excellent way to maximize grey edges, well done!

  • @Owen-np3wf
    @Owen-np3wf Рік тому +7

    Interesting technique. I prefer a hot pan to start myself. I find it develops a much better crust as it's not essentially simmering in its own juices at the start. Also, the well-done ring, grey part, is to thick bringing the temperature up slowly from a cold start. Just my take and preference

    • @revolvermaster4939
      @revolvermaster4939 Рік тому +3

      Smoking hot black iron, 2 minutes each side👍

    • @Owen-np3wf
      @Owen-np3wf Рік тому +1

      @@revolvermaster4939 pretty much bud, tried and true 👍🏼

    • @McGuire2778
      @McGuire2778 Рік тому

      It is worth mentioning that this method probably works best on a cold steak fresh out of the fridge to avoid that thick transition zone.
      This way is definitely more forgiving on less experienced cooks.

  • @DH432hrtz
    @DH432hrtz 3 місяці тому

    Yum looks great

  • @annmoore6747
    @annmoore6747 Рік тому +4

    Looks good! Does it matter what kind of pan you use? I have mainly cast iron but I would like to get one like you have. What brand do you use? I do mainly low carb so this looks great for me. I've done keto but gotten away from it but want to get back to that so this with the asparagus is very appealing to me. However, I do want to try those roasted potatoes! 😁

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +1

      The pan I am using during the video is a "Blue Diamond". It does pretty good, but the handle gets too hot, so i had to put a silicone cover on it. The cast iron pan should work great for this, perhaps even better than the one I am using. The non-stick pan does work great for a lot of everyday cooking. I especially love it for omelets.

    • @annmoore6747
      @annmoore6747 Рік тому

      @@ralphknowsfood Thanks Ralph! I got a 'cozy' for the handle of my cast iron pans made like a pot holder that goes around the handle. The silicone cover for your pan sounds like a good idea and it does look like it would do very nicely for omelets.

    • @opensage01
      @opensage01 Рік тому

      All non-stick pans should not be put on heat over medium. High heat will ruin the non-stick pan quickly, and it will no longer be non-stick. Other types of pans that are good for high heat (cast iron, carbon steel, stainless steel, etc.) will have the meat stick to the pan until it is cooked enough on that surface of the meat touching the pan when it will release from the pan naturally (generally once a crust has been formed. I guess I do not know if that would be the same if starting from a cold pan, but most will heat up slower than a non-stick pan and not cool down as quick as a non-stick pan, because the non-stick pans tend to be a lot lighter weight and thinner.

  • @veebeetwo
    @veebeetwo Рік тому

    Oh wow, I am drooling here and want a ribeye steak!

  • @littledragon2007
    @littledragon2007 Рік тому +9

    The cold sear method by Lan Lam may have to be adjusted here, because she used a thicker cut of steak than a rib eye that you used. According to her, a steak should be at least 1 1/2 inches thick. Otherwise, the outside of a thinner cut steak may become overcooked resulting in a gray band. I don't know what the solution is for a thinner cut. Perhaps, the cold sear method may not be ideal here. Instead, start off with a really hot pan and aim to quickly form a crust on both sides of the steak. Then turn the flame way down and finish off the steak. I appreciate the amount of effort you put into making this video. Keep the videos coming. I want to wish you great success with your channel!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      Thanks for the great feedback. I appreciate it.

    • @sharpe3698
      @sharpe3698 Рік тому +2

      Theoretically, keeping the temperature higher longer should get the desired effect. And if you cook on electric or induction, you can hit a higher temp. But then you start running into the same disadvantages you might with a traditional search, splatter and risky temps for nonstick and may just be better to do it the traditional way.
      My impression of the Lan Lan video was that the cold sear probably lives best In the 1 1/2in niche. 1.25" or thinner go hot and fast in cast iron. 1.75" and up, reverse sear.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      @@sharpe3698 good observation and suggestions. I think I feel a remake of the video coming on. Thanks for watching.

    • @Jennifer-wr9si
      @Jennifer-wr9si Рік тому

      ​@@sharpe3698 for a thinner steak, sometimes I'll form the crust quickly and then lower heat with a lid partially on

    • @borasumer
      @borasumer Рік тому +3

      That is exactly what happened here. The outer part of the steak overcooked, and the middle is medium rare, and minimal crust. I think turning the temp down killed the process of searing, and became more cooking the steak slowly.

  • @dannyoh2705
    @dannyoh2705 Рік тому

    Great video !! I'll try it for sure. So How many 2 minutes flips did you do ? 4 flips total ?

  • @godfreyjones4428
    @godfreyjones4428 Рік тому +13

    I use a cast iron, screaming hot for 3.5 minutes each side. Baste with butter and rosemary for the last minute. Rest for 7. It never fails.🤷‍♂️

    • @curtisheath-x8x
      @curtisheath-x8x 7 місяців тому +1

      What's your temp at? I set my burner to 5.5 or 6 out of 10. I cook for 1 min on each side 2x. I spoon butter on it after the first flip. Any longer then that I'm scared ill over cook it. I've only been doing this for a short amount of time. I'm trying to up my steak game😂

    • @godfreyjones4428
      @godfreyjones4428 7 місяців тому +1

      @@curtisheath-x8x I use gas and turn it on high until the pan smokes. Then oil until it shimmers and then meat. If you don't want to over-cook, start at flipping it, 2 minutes per side (depending on thickness). Slice it to check. Sometimes you may have to add 30 seconds per side.

    • @curtisheath-x8x
      @curtisheath-x8x 7 місяців тому

      Steak is to expensive to experiment with but I'll try it out

    • @AviatorChef
      @AviatorChef 7 місяців тому

      ​@godfreyjones4428 you should never slice a steak to check the temp. You do that before it rests and you'll lose a lot of the moisture in the steak. You either need to learn how to touch it to tell or get a thermometer.

    • @godfreyjones4428
      @godfreyjones4428 7 місяців тому

      @@AviatorChef This advice isn't for someone cooking for someone else. He's eating it. And this person may not have a meat thermometer. This is how I did it until I learned to measure it by touch. Calm down Chef Boyardee.

  • @NickM89
    @NickM89 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, I like the video and learned some new stuff.

  • @PSviewpoint
    @PSviewpoint 9 місяців тому +3

    The steak looks great, but I most definitely like a much more seer on it

  • @iegsaanadams1109
    @iegsaanadams1109 Рік тому +1

    Best steak video ever and the info of the well done temperature is the best of all. I like my meat well done but no one does any videos on steaks done well done .

  • @kaypee1972
    @kaypee1972 Рік тому +6

    I am sure it’s tender and good tasting, but I am missing a crust which I get with high temperature searing

  • @danrcoker
    @danrcoker Рік тому +1

    interesting will definitely try it that way.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      I hope it works out well for you. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.

  • @leedoyle1510
    @leedoyle1510 Рік тому +9

    Thanks to Lan Lam this is my favourite method, however this is not done in minutes. Takes a good 20 to 30 minutes to get a great result and would usually have a steak at twice this thickness to get a great crust. Agree that brining the steak with salt an hour or so prior is also highly recommended. This really is the best scientific method to cooking a thick steak in a domestic kitchen. Restaurants generally use either standard sear or reverse sear methods due to time constraints and the fact they have commercial grills and broilers that reach much higher temperatures.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      Thanks for your constructive observations and suggestions. I appreciate your feedback on this. And thanks for watching.

    • @fredconner8377
      @fredconner8377 Рік тому +3

      I’ve found what I consider a better method. I Souse Vid the meat to 127 degrees and then just sear steak for a couple minutes on each side. No rest period required.

    • @leedoyle1510
      @leedoyle1510 Рік тому

      @@fredconner8377 Thanks Fred. Yes agree this would be a great method. Though I imagine not many households might have a Souse Vid bath.

    • @fredconner8377
      @fredconner8377 Рік тому +2

      @@leedoyle1510 Sous Vide equipment has become inexpensive. If you’re thinking of doing it I’d guess less than $200 would get anyone started. It makes cheaper cuts of meat very flavorful. I got my original investment back in probably less than 6 months.

    • @leedoyle1510
      @leedoyle1510 Рік тому

      @@fredconner8377 Thanks Fred. Certainly worth looking into.

  • @RogueStatusX
    @RogueStatusX Рік тому +6

    Ralph deserves more subs! Dude is awesome.

  • @lotharhb
    @lotharhb Рік тому +2

    Being carnivore, I've tried several methods of cooking steak, including this one. IMHO the best way is using an air fryer. Preferably one that can reach temperatures above 400 Deg. That is by far the easiest, cleanest and best looking steak I've ever cooked. I do however agree with using some kind of meat probe to attain the proper internal temperature. thanks for he video.

    • @rickdoehler502
      @rickdoehler502 Рік тому

      Yes it's called a instant read thermometer that you can pickup for like 30.00 bucks. not smartphone required. The probe and a smartphone or tablet is lame.

  • @paulredinger5830
    @paulredinger5830 Рік тому +7

    It’s my favourite steak! My wife’s is a new your strip. She doesn’t eat any fat from a steak if she can avoid it. I constantly tell her FAT IS FLAVOR! Some folks just don’t get it! I like mine med-rare, dad medium, wife medium, my aunt mooing, and mom hockey puck!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      Thanks for the comments. I really appreciate your watching the channel.

    • @paulredinger5830
      @paulredinger5830 Рік тому +1

      @@ralphknowsfoodyour down to earth and explain things very well. The pleasure is all mine brother.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      @@paulredinger5830 Thanks!

  • @beverleygregory
    @beverleygregory 9 місяців тому +1

    good job the salt brine is really the key anyway you cook it, always good to see all different ways to cook

  • @as1679
    @as1679 Рік тому +4

    the grey bands are too thick

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      I agree. I've since started pulling it out sooner.

  • @BeHappyByChoice
    @BeHappyByChoice Рік тому +1

    I loved the method. I especially loved that thermometer!

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому

      I don't know what i did before getting the probe thermometer. It just makes the process so much more reliable. Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @tkjho
    @tkjho Рік тому +6

    I think the grey rim is a bit to thick, the real medium part is about 50% of the steak.

  • @ChrisZ901
    @ChrisZ901 2 місяці тому +1

    Costco sometimes has this cut called ribeye cap, which is the ribeye without the eye. Imo it's the best cut of any steak, it's flavorful and super tender. A bit more expensive than your regular ribeye cut but it's really worth it

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  2 місяці тому

      @ChrisZ901 I've seen it there. It's a little pricey to buy so much rib eye, but the cap is the most tender part.

  • @FabricioRodriguezM
    @FabricioRodriguezM Рік тому +6

    This is a new method. The steak looks very soft. The sear is not great, but better than most home cooks get. I wonder if the flavor would be better if you seasoned the cutting board instead of the dry brine method. I bet a flame sear in addition to the cold pan would improve the results considerably and retain that perfect medium rare that you achieved.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +4

      Great observations and suggestions. In my newer Tomahawk video, I try to flip more often (30 seconds) during the searing phase. I think it helps with both the sear and how even it cooks inside.

  • @chrishoey9158
    @chrishoey9158 4 місяці тому

    Great, simple method!

  • @ogre8453
    @ogre8453 Рік тому +4

    I've noticed you hit the youtube push on this video. I'll give a like and comment to help it keep pushin your videos.
    I make a mean steak but I figured I'd click lol.
    Not sure what your next videos will be but breakfast sandwhiches, air fryer options and easier meals seem to pick up steam often.
    Hope you continue to grow man.

  • @honestchris7472
    @honestchris7472 10 місяців тому +2

    I will certainly try this method but mainly because it looks a really clean way to cook it without the spattering from the pan and putting the butter on afterwards seems to make it look good as well.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  10 місяців тому

      It may not be my favorite method of cooking, but it is a good way and definitely cleaner. Let me know how it does for you. Thanks for watching Chris.

  • @Billy123bobzzz
    @Billy123bobzzz Рік тому +7

    YIKES! Way too much grey area! After spending a fortune on such an expensive steak you don't want to ruin it by attempting a "cold sear", you took way too long to cook it which is why you got so much grey area (two Thord of the steak is ruined). At home we cook hot and fast, no flipping once its cooked on each side and we don't get any grey area at all and it tastes far better than the mediocre steaks that have so much grey area, and we gear a better sear than what we see in this video.
    Try it hot and fast to see the difference yourself.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  Рік тому +2

      I'll try it your way. If I can get good, consistent results, you'll see another video. I promise. Thanks for the helpful comment.

  • @smelltheglove2038
    @smelltheglove2038 8 місяців тому +1

    My favorite way to cook a ribeye is on a super hot grill. 1:15 turn it 45 degrees, cook another 1:15 flip and repeat. That’s for a 1 1/2 inch thick steak. Shorter cook time for a thinner steak. I like ribeyes done at medium, melt the fat into the steak. The most important part of cooking any steak is letting it rest for about ten minutes covered in a foil tent.

    • @smelltheglove2038
      @smelltheglove2038 8 місяців тому

      Also, I try to bring the steaks up to room temp before I cook them. Again, the key is to let it rest.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  8 місяців тому +1

      Good suggestions.

  • @denniswildman59
    @denniswildman59 Рік тому +4

    Cold sear rocks - I know there will be a bunch of flamers in the comments saying to sous vide, fuckem, who has time for that?

  • @FREEDOM-bk4rv
    @FREEDOM-bk4rv 10 місяців тому +1

    Hello Ralph. Looks like great method for sure. I'm just wondering though , once you stuck that probe in the steak , you never went back to it to check the temp. You only flipped it every 2 minutes without mentioning the probe. Also after sitting for 5 min, the steak I would think is almost not so warm anymore.
    Thanks for your channel.

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for leaving a comment and for watching. This was one of the first videos where I used the Meater probe. I was tracking the temperature the whole time, but didn't mention it much. In Later videos I tend to refer to it more often.

  • @minisniper99
    @minisniper99 11 місяців тому +4

    one of the worst looking steaks cooked by "pro" ive ever seen

  • @warriorpoet9629
    @warriorpoet9629 Рік тому

    Greetings from Australia. Tried this method and it works great.

  • @ChiIeboy
    @ChiIeboy Рік тому +3

    Invest in a good, carbon steel pan, season it well before using, and thank me later.

  • @mr8966
    @mr8966 9 місяців тому +1

    that's a really good tip about looking for the ribeye with the biggest cap, never heard that before. At thirty five bucks a pound I want the biggest bang for my buck! 🥩

    • @ralphknowsfood
      @ralphknowsfood  9 місяців тому +1

      When everything cost so much, you definitely want to make sure you're getting the most bang for your buck.

  • @robhaynes4695
    @robhaynes4695 Рік тому +5

    Sous vide. Then a ripping hot sear= wall to wall medium rare.

    • @aavalos7760
      @aavalos7760 Рік тому +1

      Reverse searing over some charcoal is my way to go for tastier results. Can't deny the tried and true sous vide and how easy it is to get a really good end result!

    • @robhaynes4695
      @robhaynes4695 Рік тому

      @@aavalos7760 can’t argue with that!

    • @donfanto1
      @donfanto1 Рік тому

      Preboiling the food in plastic for several hours straight? No thanks

    • @timothypropst238
      @timothypropst238 Рік тому

      Absolutely!

  • @stanleyfrom
    @stanleyfrom 5 місяців тому

    Thanks!

  • @albertkuipers372
    @albertkuipers372 Рік тому +1

    Not seen this method before but I'll give it a go. The steak looks good and juicy and the color is spot on. Greetings from Barcelona :)

  • @sevenravens
    @sevenravens Рік тому +13

    Meh 😑 throw that sucker over high heat for two minutes, flip for three more. Finish with butter and rest for 3 minutes. Perfect.

    • @ianguarneschelli2082
      @ianguarneschelli2082 8 місяців тому

      Does that give you a nice rare in the middle with a solid sear? Or is it leaning more toward medium rare? Sounds goooood. “Finish with butter” - that phrase always makes me hungry 🤤😅

  • @erdalaslan5985
    @erdalaslan5985 Рік тому +1

    I'm foreign and I can watch your videos for listening practice 😊

  • @edadan
    @edadan 10 місяців тому +3

    That background music just completely sucked the life out of this video. Cooking shows should be fun…not make me feel like someone just died. Sorry for the harsh criticism, but PLEASE, pick upbeat music or no music at all. I think you’ll see your channel grow a lot faster if you do!

  • @agrosev5452
    @agrosev5452 Рік тому

    Gonna give this method a try