Sep 07 2026
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Steak & Eggs Recipe

Inspired by McWhorter Barbecue
Time40m
Serves2

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Ingredients

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Steak

Eggs

To Serve

Method

Steak

  1. 1

    Bring steak to room temperature

    Remove the steak from the refrigerator 30–45 minutes before cooking. Pat dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture.

  2. 2

    Season

    Generously season both sides of the steak with kosher salt, black pepper and garlic powder. Press the seasoning into the meat so it adheres.

  3. 3

    Preheat pan

    Heat a heavy skillet (cast-iron preferred) over medium-high heat until very hot, about 4–5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and swirl to coat.

  4. 4

    Sear the steak

    Place the steak in the hot pan and do not move it for 2–3 minutes, until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for 2–3 minutes. For a 1-inch steak, this yields medium-rare; adjust time for thickness and desired doneness.

  5. 5

    Baste with butter and aromatics

    Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter, the optional rosemary/thyme sprig and the crushed garlic clove. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted butter over the steak repeatedly for 1–2 minutes to baste and build flavor.

  6. 6

    Rest the steak

    Transfer the steak to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil. Let rest 5–10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.

Eggs

  1. 7

    Heat pan for eggs

    While the steak rests, wipe the skillet lightly if necessary and return to medium-low heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter and let it melt and foam but not brown.

  2. 8

    Fry eggs sunny-side up

    Crack 2 eggs gently into the pan (or up to 4 if using a larger pan) and cook undisturbed until the whites are set and edges just crisp, about 2–3 minutes. For slightly set yolks, cover the pan with a lid for 30–45 seconds. Season with 1/8 tsp salt and a pinch of black pepper per egg as they cook.

  3. 9

    Repeat for remaining eggs

    If cooking in batches, transfer cooked eggs to a warm plate and repeat with remaining eggs. Use remaining butter as needed.

To Serve

  1. 10

    Slice the rested steak thinly against the grain into 1/4-inch slices. Arrange steak slices on plates and top each portion with two fried eggs (or however many you prefer). Sprinkle chopped parsley over the steak and eggs. Serve with lemon wedge and hot sauce or steak sauce on the side if desired.

  2. 11

    Enjoy immediately while steak is warm and yolks are runny for dipping.

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