How to cook black diamond steak on stove

One restaurant I worked in we made our own black diamond steaks with Ribeye steaks. I ordered the seasoning mix that came in a large bag like flour would come in but the bag was see through plastic bag. The seasoned powder was called Black Cow. We'd take the ribeye steaks and soak em overnight in the seasoned black-diamond powder mix. I'd broil the Black-Diamond each order. They tasted exactly like the awesome Black Diamond steaks! Some restaurants do have Black Diamond Steak on the menu. I too have searched for recipes to make my own Black Diamond steaks! I found recipes online claiming it was Black Diamond steak recipe & when I tried the recipes? None of them came close to the taste I'm looking for of the Black Diamond Steak!

Now when I search online and see a recipe for Black Diamond? As soon as I read a certain ingredient in the recipe I know it's not what I'm looking for. If you've had the real Black Diamond Steak at one time? You'll never forget how tender the steak was and the flavors out of this world!

I gave up on trying other people's recipes online for Black Diamond Steak!

I found recently online that anyone can buy the famous Black Diamond Steaks by the case. Tyson's is the brand & they come with free delivery to your front door.

You get 32-6 oz Black Diamond Steaks for $201.95 wholesale price that comes to only:

$6.32 each!

BJ'S wholesale Club, use to sell the Tyson's Black Diamond 6 oz steak that came in 4 6 oz steaks in a box but it figures they discontinued that awesome product! However the price was way too high to buy them from BJ'S (Even though I did buy them cause I love these steaks!)

Now that I can buy them myself ? An entire case at a wholesale price? That's so well worth it!

I have a stand-up freezer here at home. I can easily by a case with plenty of room for a whole case of the best Black Diamond Steaks the one & only original I've always loved very much!

Once you learn how to cook the Perfect Cast Iron Steak at home, your steakhouse dinner days will be over! A simple marinade, a hot pan, and a little butter is all you need to turn a boring slab of beef into a gourmet meal.

If you ask my hubby, there’s no quicker way to the heart than a delicious steak dinner.

I tend to agree, especially if there are crab cakes involved in that dinner somewhere.

Many evenings over the last decade have found us at Texas Roadhouse or Longhorn, playfully arguing over who’s steak tasted better.

Nowadays, we just prefer agreeing that our way of cooking steak is the best way, and right from our own dining room.

JUST TAKE ME TO THE PERFECT CAST IRON STEAK ALREADY!

If you’d rather skip my (pretty darn helpful) tips and tricks, essential cooking info, and similar recipe ideas – and get straight to this deliciously easy cast iron steak recipe, just scroll right on down to the bottom of the page where you can find the printable recipe card!

I’m not going to say that cooking steak in a cast iron skillet is the be-all-and-end-all of beef recipes.

I will say that there’s nothing quite like a ribeye steak, seared and smothered in butter and sauteed mushrooms.

Utterly mouthwatering, my friends.

And, not to mention, a completely romantic meal to make for a special someone who also shares your love of tasty beef. 

Is It Healthy To Cook In Cast Iron?

It is absolutely safe and healthy to cook in cast iron skillets! Iron is an essential mineral to humans, and iron deficiency is common all over the world. 

Every time you cook in your cast iron skillet, a little of the iron leaches into your food – increasing your mineral intake just by eating normal food!

How To Make A Tough Steak Tender

There are multiple ways to tenderize a steak – everything from physically tenderizing it with a mallet to giving it a salt rub.

My favorite – and the most flavorful way – is to mix up a simple steak marinade like this one, which contains:

• Low sodium soy sauce
• Olive oil
• Balsamic vinegar
• Worcestershire sauce
• Dried basil
• Fresh rosemary
• Black pepper
• Honey
• Garlic

How Long To Marinate Steak

Beef usually needs at least two hours to adequately tenderize and soak up the flavors of the marinade. However in many cases, the longer you marinate, the better the flavor and texture of the steak will be.

This depends on what cut of beef you are marinating, of course. The tougher the meat is, the longer you should marinate it.

I usually let my steaks marinate overnight at least, and sometimes up to 24 hours.

The ribeye steaks I used in this recipe only marinated for 2 hours. Ribeyes are a more tender cut, and marinating isn’t necessary – we just love the flavor!

How To Cook A Steak In A Cast Iron Skillet

1. First, be sure to remove the steaks from the refrigerator and marinade 1 ½ to 2 hours before cooking. For optimal tenderness, they should be at near room temperature prior to searing.
2. When you’re ready to cook, place a large 12-inch cast iron skillet on the stove over high medium-heat. Allow the skillet to heat up for 3-4 minutes so it’s hot to the touch.
3. Next, add butter and oil. Melt and swirl it together for another 2-3 minutes until it is shimmering and sizzling.
4. Then, carefully set the steaks in the skillet. Cook them for 2 minutes, then flip and repeat on the other side.
5. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue flipping the steaks every 2 minutes for a total of 8-12 minutes, until it reaches your desired doneness.
   • Rare is a cool 125 degrees F
   • Medium Rare is 130-135 degrees F
   • Medium to Medium Well is between 145-150 degrees
6. Finally, remove the steaks from the skillet and place them on a cutting board. Cover them loosely with foil and allow them to rest at least 10 minutes before serving. Top with butter and garnish with fresh rosemary if desired.

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HELPFUL KITCHEN TOOLS FOR MAKING THE PERFECT CAST IRON STEAK:

• 12-Inch Cast Iron Skillet
• Kitchen Tongs
• Meat Thermometer

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Perfect Cast Iron Steak

Once you learn how to cook the Perfect Cast Iron Steak at home, your steakhouse dinner days will be over! A simple marinade, a hot pan, and a little butter is all you need to turn a boring slab of beef into a gourmet meal.

5 from 8 votes

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cast iron steak

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Marinating Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 23 minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 464kcal

Author: Erica

Ingredients

• ▢1½ pound steaks Ribeye or New York Strip
• ▢2 tablespoons unsalted butter plus more for topping
• ▢1 tablespoon olive oil
• ▢Fresh rosemary for garnish (optional)

Steak Marinade:

• ▢¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
• ▢¼ cup olive oil
• ▢2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• ▢1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ▢1 tablespoon dried basil
• ▢1 teaspoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
• ▢1 teaspoon black pepper
• ▢½ teaspoon honey
• ▢3 cloves garlic minced

Instructions

• In a small bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients. Add steaks to a resealable zip lock bag or large bowl and pour the marinade on top. Marinate in refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.

• Remove the steaks from the fridge and marinade 1 ½-2 hours before cooking, allowing them to come to room temperature on a cutting board.

• Set a large 12-inch cast iron skillet over high medium-heat, allowing it to heat up for 3-4 minutes. Add the butter and oil and heat another 2-3 minutes until shimmering and sizzling.

• Carefully set the steaks in the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes and then flip and repeat on the other side. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue flipping the steaks every 2 minutes for a total of 8-12 minutes, until it reaches your desired doneness.

• Remove the steaks from the skillet and place them on a cutting board. Cover loosely with foil and allow to rest 10 minutes before serving. Top with butter and garnish with fresh rosemary if desired.

  How do you cook a steak on a stove top pan?

  Preheat the pan on medium and brush with oil. Using just 1/2 Tbsp oil reduces splatter. Sear steaks – add steaks and sear each side 3-4 minutes until a brown crust has formed then use tongs to turn steaks on their sides and sear edges (1 min per edge).

  How long should I cook my steak on the stove?

  Depending on the thickness of your steak:.

  Rare to Medium-Rare Steak: two to three minutes per side over medium-high heat..

  Medium-Rare to Medium Steak: three to four minutes per side..

  Medium to Well-Done: four to five minutes per side..

  Can you cook marinated steak on the stove?

  If you marinated, pat dry prior to adding to the pan. Add steak to skillet over medium high heat and cook for 4 minutes. Flip and cook four minutes on each side for medium rare, or go longer until it reaches your desired temperature. Remove from heat, cover and allow to rest at room temperature for up to 10 minutes.

  How do you cook Black Angus steak on the stove?

  For medium rare, the temperature should be 140˚F, 155˚F for medium and 165˚F for well done. Cook for 6-8 minutes for medium-rare, 7-9 minutes for medium, 5-7 minutes and 10-12 minutes for well done. Did you make this?