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The Ultimate Guide to Cooking Perfect Pan-Seared Porterhouse Steak

Ingredients Porterhouse Steak

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Master the art of cooking a perfectly juicy, tender porterhouse steak at home. This recipe is simple, quick, and packed with steakhouse-quality flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 porterhouse steaks (bone-in or boneless)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
  • 1/2 cup beef stock
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or rosemary)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Pat the steaks dry and season generously with salt and pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add olive oil and sear the steaks for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil.
  • In the same skillet, sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with red wine and let it reduce by half.
  • Add beef stock, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Stir in butter for a silky finish.
  • Serve the steaks with the red wine reduction drizzled over the top.

Notes

  • For the best results, cook the steak to medium-rare.
  • Rest the steak for 10 minutes after cooking to retain juices.
  • Pair with sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.