Skillet Strip Steak with Spicy Chili Thyme Rub

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This recipe for skillet strip steak with a spicy chili thyme rub is perfect for meat lovers looking to add some heat and flavor to their steak. The combination of chili and thyme creates a unique and delicious rub that enhances the natural flavors of the steak. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is quick and easy to make in a skillet. The result is a perfectly seared and juicy steak with a kick of spice.

Keywords: skillet, strip steak, spicy, chili, thyme.

skillet strip steak with spicy chili thyme rub recipe details

Skillet strip steak with spicy chili thyme rub recipe, recipe Rating: 4.8
Number of votes:127

Underrated thyme and perfectly rated cayenne pepper flavor a tasty New York strip cooked in your cast-iron pan.
Ready in: 25 mins

Ingredients

Makes: 1 steak

• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 (1 1/4-inch thick) strip steak, or more, at room temperature

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Extra time: 5 mins, resting

1. Set a cast-iron skillet in the oven and preheat oven to 500 degrees F.
2. Combine chili powder, thyme, cayenne, white pepper, celery seeds, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Coat steak with oil, then season with spice rub, 1 teaspoon per side.
3. Remove cast-iron skillet from oven and set over high heat on the stove. Lay the steak down in the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side to brown.
4. Place skillet with steak back into the oven. Bake for about 6 minutes, until steak reaches an internal temperature of 135 to 140 degrees F (for medium-rare).
5. Remove skillet from oven and transfer steak onto a plate. Let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to reabsorb into the steak. Serve.Note

Recipe makes a little over 1/4 cup of spice rub, enough for about 6 steaks.