Steaks should be seared and cooked at a specific temperature and time. 2 minutes each side at 425°F (218°C), then decrease the temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue cooking for the required periods based on the thickness of your steak and the level of doneness you desire.
How to cook steak on the stove top?
Heated to nearly smoking, heat a little amount of oil in a frying pan (it should just barely cover the surface of the pan) until it is hot and shimmering. The steaks should be immediately browned on one side, then turned down to medium heat and cooked for the needed amount of time, depending on how you want your steak cooked (see right).
How do you know when a steak is ready to cook?
When the cast iron pan begins to emit a small amount of smoke, you’ll know it’s time to serve. Add the olive oil, then carefully place the steaks on the heated cast iron pan and cook on one side until it has a crust and is no longer sticking to the cast iron pan.