Parmesan Crusted Steak Recipe - Crispy Tender Perfection (Print Version)
Parmesan crusted steak with golden crispy coating and juicy center. Simple technique transforms ordinary steaks into restaurant-worthy dinner magic.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Italian-American
Dietary: Gluten-Free, Keto-Friendly
# Ingredients:
→ Main Proteins
01 -
4 ribeye or NY strip steaks (1-inch thick)
02 -
2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Parmesan Crust
03 -
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
04 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
05 -
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
→ Seasonings
06 -
Salt to taste
07 -
Black pepper to taste
→ Finishing Touches
08 -
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
Take steaks out of fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Pat completely dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
02 -
In a bowl, combine grated parmesan with minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Mix well with hands to combine evenly.
03 -
Heat cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until smoking. Add olive oil and place steaks in pan. Don't move for 3-4 minutes until golden crust forms.
04 -
Flip steaks and cook 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and press parmesan mixture firmly onto top of each steak with spoon or hands.
05 -
Transfer pan to preheated 425°F oven for 5-8 minutes until parmesan turns golden brown and bubbles around edges.
06 -
Let steaks rest 5 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately while crust is crispy.
# Notes:
01 -
Don't skip the 30-minute rest at room temperature-I've learned cold steaks cook unevenly and the results are disappointing.
02 -
Press the parmesan mixture firmly or it falls off during cooking, which I discovered through several failed attempts.
03 -
Leftover parmesan mixture keeps in the fridge for a week and works great on chicken or vegetables too.
04 -
Serve immediately while the crust is crispy-it's never quite the same once it cools down completely.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Cast-iron skillet or oven-safe heavy pan
02 -
meat thermometer (optional)
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 520
Total Fat: 32g
Total Carbohydrate: 2g
Protein: 56g