A perfectly seared New York strip steak with a beautiful crust is a high protein, carnivore-approved dinner. This premium cut is a family steakhouse favorite that's easy to master at home.
Remove steak from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Pat the steak dry with paper towels, season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper.
Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until just smoking, then add olive oil and place steak in the pan without moving it for 3 minutes to build a crust.
Flip the steak and add butter, smashed garlic cloves, and thyme to the pan. Reduce heat to medium-high and baste the steak with melted butter for 2–3 minutes.
Check for desired doneness with an instant-read thermometer (130–135°F for medium-rare). Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.