Bife Com Parmesão Recipe

Beef

1. 1

   Prep steaks

   Remove steaks from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking so they come to near room temperature. Pat each steak dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture—this promotes a good sear.

2. 2

   Season

   Rub each steak lightly with olive oil on both sides. Combine kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl and season both sides of each steak evenly (about 0.5 tsp salt per side for medium-thick steaks). Press the seasoning gently into the meat.

3. 3

   Preheat pan or grill

   Heat a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) or outdoor grill to high heat (about 425–450°F / 220–230°C). If using a skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking.

4. 4

   Sear steaks

   Place steaks in the hot skillet or on the grill and sear without moving for 3–4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear the opposite side for 3–4 minutes for medium-rare (adjust time +/- 1–2 minutes per side for desired doneness and steak thickness).

5. 5

   Add butter and baste

   During the last 1–2 minutes of cooking, add the unsalted butter to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and spoon the melted butter over the top of each steak repeatedly for 30–60 seconds to add flavor and finish the crust. If using a grill, remove steaks to a cooler part of the grill and brush with melted butter.

6. 6

   Top with Parmesan

   Transfer the cooked steaks to a clean plate or baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle about 3/4 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese on each steak (total ~3 tablespoons for 4 steaks). The residual heat will slightly melt the Parmesan, creating a savory topping. If you prefer the cheese more melted, place the steaks briefly (30–60 seconds) under a preheated broiler or a very hot grill lid.

7. 7

   Rest and finish

   Let the steaks rest, loosely tented with foil, for 5–7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute. While resting, sprinkle the finely chopped parsley over the Parmesan for color and fresh flavor.

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   Serve

   Serve steaks hot with optional lemon wedges on the side for a bright squeeze just before eating. Suggestion: pair with roasted vegetables, garlic mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.