A simple way to cook the most perfect Rump Steak, succulent, tender and oh so easy!

 

Cooking the perfect steak is something people are always asking me about. It is one of those kitchen tasks that we tend to overthink. Some people have it nailed, everyone seems to have their favourite method but I wanted to share how I do it that is perfect every time. 

 

 

I am no expert but I hope these few tips are useful next time you are cooking up a delicious meal.

Today I wanted to share a super simple but restaurant quality way to cook the perfect Rump Steak.  A delicious high quality cut of meat, each sliced into the perfect uniform thickness which makes cooking a breeze. 

 

Cooking steak for the family can be tricky if everyone prefers their meat cooked a certain way from rare to well done, however with this technique the steak is cooked beautifully and oh so tender that even the fussiest will enjoy it. 

You only need a few ingredients to create the perfect rump steak

• Rump Steak

• A little Olive Oil

• Salt & Pepper

• Butter

• Garlic Cloves

• Thyme or Rosemary

 

There are a few key things to do to ensure your steak is perfect every time.

The Steak

Choose a lovely looking lean piece of rump steak, sliced to the perfect thickness of around an inch, for a better cooking result.. If your cut of steak is thicker adjust the cooking time.

Prepare

Allow the rump steak to sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes this allows the meat to cook more evenly as it is no longer cold in parts, then pat dry with a paper towel before seasoning. 

Season

Always season your rump steak well, using a simple combination of salt and pepper, liberally season just before cooking. Some like to create a marinade, but simple is just as good. 

 

Heat & Pan

If possible choose a heavy bottomed frying pan for uniform searing of your steak, but any frying pan will do, and have the pan on a high heat, the oil should be near smoking

Sear

Sear the steak to lock in maximum flavour, you only need to cook 2-3 minutes per side for a medium rare steak, depending on how you like your steak cooked. Cooking on a high heat ensures the outside of the steak caramalises and creates maximum flavour

 

Baste

Creating a basting sauce of butter, smashed garlic and either thyme or rosemary is a lovely simple way to elevate your steak. This is added as soon as you turn the steak, to create a basting liquid to smother your steak in, creating even more flavour and a succulent moist finish. 

Render

Render any fat on the side of the steak for around 1 minute by holding the steak on its side to cook down the fat on the edge of the piece of rump steak

 

Rest

Remove the steak from the heat quickly as soon as the time us up, each side only needs 2-3 minutes, then allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes on a warmed plate or wooden board, loosely covered in foil. This allows the delicious juice to stay inside the steak and create a moist decadent mouthful. 

You can absolutely cook the steak without the butter part of the recipe, but the flavours are a lovely touch. 

I hope you find this method of cooking the perfect rump steak to be useful!

How easy is that! I hope to hear all about your perfectly cooked steak. These times can absolutely be adjusted to suit your preferred way of enjoying steak and the cut you choose, but for our family these timings are perfect. 

Be sure to let me know in the comments if you have tried this method

 

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Happy Cooking!

Anna

 

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