Sugar Rubbed New York Strip Steak

Indulge in the ultimate steakhouse experience at home with this Sugar Rubbed New York Strip Steak recipe. This dish takes the classic New York strip to new heights, thanks to a caramelized crust created by a bold brown sugar and spice rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and freshly cracked black pepper. Searing the steaks in a hot cast-iron skillet locks in their juiciness, while basting with herb-infused butter, fresh rosemary, thyme, and crushed garlic adds rich, aromatic flavors. Perfectly cooked to your desired doneness and rested for maximum tenderness, this steak is a showstopper for date nights, special occasions, or whenever you're craving a restaurant-quality meal. Serve it with a drizzle of the flavorful pan drippings for a luxurious finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 steaks (10-12 oz each) New York Strip Steak
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons (freshly cracked) Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 3 cloves (crushed) Garlic

Directions

Step 1

Remove the New York strip steaks from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to create the rub.

Step 3

Pat the steaks dry with paper towels, then drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each steak and massage it evenly into the meat.

Step 4

Generously coat each steak with the sugar rub, pressing it onto the surface to ensure it sticks. Cover all sides evenly.

Step 5

Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat until hot.

Step 6

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and swirl to coat.

Step 7

Place the steaks in the pan and sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them to develop a crust.

Step 8

Flip the steaks and cook for another 3-4 minutes for medium-rare, or adjust cooking time depending on your preferred doneness.

Step 9

Reduce heat to medium-low and add the butter, rosemary, thyme, and crushed garlic to the pan.

Step 10

Tilt the pan slightly and use a spoon to baste the steaks continuously with the melted herb-infused butter for 1-2 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the steaks from the pan and transfer them to a cutting board. Let them rest for 5-7 minutes to retain juices.

Step 12

Slice the steaks against the grain and serve hot. Optionally, drizzle the pan drippings over the slices for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(681.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1649.7

Total Fat 95.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 573.4mg	0%
Sodium 2266.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 176.1g	0%

Vitamin D 49.9IU	0%
Calcium 147.3mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 2073.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 42.5%

Carbs: 5.9%