What is the best way to cook steak so it remains tender and not tough?

Question

I would like to learn how to cook steak so that it is well done but not tough. Any tips will be welcomed .

Answer 1

give the steak when its raw a bit of a battering getting rid of all the air and fry it in a extremely hot pan with a toch of oil. Sear it on all sides so its got plently of colour, this is then usually rare. Pop it in a hot oven for about 20minutes and hopefully it will taste beautiful

Answer 2

There are many kinds of marinades that help tenderize meat. You need to look up some stuff about them though, because some take longer than others and some work REALLY fast. For example, a marinade with pineapple juice in it will work quite fast and you don't want to leave it on too long, because it actually starts breaking down some of the meat -- there is a substance in it that I can't remember the name, but that is what does it. Also, you can use vinegar based marinades. The thing is, if you really want to have a tender steak, you need to buy a cut that is likely to be tender in the first place. Watch your grocery store ads, as often the good cuts go on special for really reasonable prices. If you find some that you really like, you could consider buying some extras while they are still on sale and keep them in the freezer. Another thing that helps is to pound the meat with one of those "hammer" looking thingies. As far as marinades go though, you could google it or something -- put in something like meat tenderizing marinade -- or something to that effect. Good luck. I know it can be frustrating. I am on a really tight budget and it is hard to get a good piece of meat for a decent price these days. Do your homework and you will come up with something wonderful!

Answer 3

You should start out with a good cut of meat like top sirloin, you want it to be lean, but you do want some marbling (fat) on the steak because that is what gives it flavor. I always marinate over 24 hours before cooking, i also punch holes in the steak so the sauce can be soaked up in the meat. As a general rule just remember to check the meat often so you can avoid over cooking. You can always cook it some more if it is not done, but once you have overcooked it then there is no going back. You want it pink in the middle but not bloody.

Answer 4

Very quickly. In a skillet you can watch it changing colour. When it's half way, turn it over. It should be pliant (spongy) to the finger. Take it off the heat and let it rest. This will give you a steak that is not bloody but still tender. There is no such things as a well done steak which is not tough. I use them when my shoes are leaking. That or ox liver à l'anglaise!

Answer 5

A poor piece of steak will never be tender if just fried. Put in the the oven with some olive oil or butter on it ,cover it and cook it for about half an hour on medium heat.

Answer 6

The secret is to AGE the steaks in the refrigerator...red meat is tough so, let mother nature turn the meat a( brownish green) this is the meat breaking down and digesting itself. Then marinate the meat with salad dressing for 1 day (in fridge) . In VERY VERY hot pan..lay the meat for 30 seconds each side...this seals the meat and then grill the steak for 2 minutes each side over charcoal grill. This is easier than it sounds and makes a meal worth the wait. If you are constant meat eater everyday just buy steaks and freeze set out as needed. The best cut to do this is new york strip..about 1 inch thick...works well with pork tenderloin also.

Answer 7

It depends on the cut of the meat. The redder, the more tender, but you can ask a butcher which cuts are good for being cooked well-done without becoming tough.

Answer 8

You can tenderize your meat and/or marinate it. As Glitter already said....only flip once! This is key! Do not overcook it or it will be tough. I think cooking it frozen somehow helps hold the moisture too.

Answer 9

Sear it in a pan, make sure the pan is hot, but not smoking.You won't need to add any oil.Just add a little water, so it bubbles.Make sure you keep turning the steak over.Enjoy!

Answer 10

you season it with "lawrys seasoned salt" and put in in a baking pan with chopped onions and put it in the oven @ 350 degrees for about 10-15 minutes depending on how thick it is....you should cook me some steak some time!