Bistecca alla Fiorentina
This classic Tuscan steak is characterized by its thickness, high-quality beef, and simple preparation. Cooked rare to medium-rare, it offers a tender interior and a beautifully seared crust. A true celebration of prime beef.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 35 min
- Serves
- 2
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 1,417 kcal
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1 pcsbone-in porterhouse steak, at least 5 cm thick, brought to room temperature
- 2 tspkosher salt
- 1 tspfreshly ground black pepper
for serving
- 1 tbspextra virgin olive oil
Equipment
cast iron pan · tongs · grill · cutting board · knife
The method
Step by step
- 1
Pat the steak dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure a good sear. This is crucial for developing a crust.
About 2 min
- 2
Season both sides of the steak generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
About 1 min
- 3
Preheat a grill or a heavy cast-iron pan to very high heat for at least 10 minutes. The surface should be smoking hot.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: If using a cast iron pan, ensure good ventilation.
- 4
Carefully place the seasoned steak onto the hot grill or pan. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side for rare to medium-rare, or until a deep brown crust forms.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Avoid moving the steak too much to allow for proper crust development.
- 5
For a porterhouse, you can also stand it on its bone for 2-3 minutes to cook the meat near the bone.
About 3 min
- 6
Remove the steak from the heat and transfer it to a cutting board. Let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Resting is essential for a juicy steak.
- 7
Slice the steak off the bone, then slice the meat against the grain into thick pieces. Arrange the slices back around the bone on a platter.
About 2 min
- 8
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil before serving.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 1,417.2kcal
- Protein
- 130.1g
- Carbs
- 0.6g
- Fat
- 101.8g
- Fibre
- 0.2g
- Sugar
- 0g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store any leftover steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat slices in a pan over low heat or briefly in a microwave to avoid overcooking.
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