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Old 04-21-2011, 12:11 PM   #24
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Default Re: How do you sear?

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Originally Posted by Jason View Post
make sure your steaks come up to room temp while salted, key to a good crust and getting a nice med rare after 3-4 min sear per side with a 1"+ cut, I use cast iron hot as I can get it
It helps to blot the steaks with paper towel just before throwing on the fire. Any moisture that collects while the steaks sit out (especially if salted) will diminish the sear.
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