How To Sear Elk Steak In A Cast Iron Skillet

Steps

1. 1Fire up. Prepare a grill for high temperature direct heat cooking.
2. 2Prep. Season each elk steak with salt and black pepper on both sides.
3. 3Cook. Place a cast iron skillet on the grill grate directly over the hot coals. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the hot skillet and allow to melt.
4. 4Place one of the elk steaks in the skillet and sear for 2 minutes. Add 2-3 cloves of garlic and 1 sprig of rosemary to the skillet along with 1 additional tablespoon of butter.
5. 5Flip the steak and cook for 2 minutes, basting the top with the butter mixture as it cooks.
6. 6Remove the elk steak from the skillet for medium rare or continue to cook until desired doneness is reached. Medium rare is where I like, about 130°F (54.4°C) internal temperature.
7. 7Wipe the skillet out with a paper towel and repeat the process for the remaining steak.
8. 8Serve. Slice and enjoy.This recipe was adapted and shared with permission from howtobbqright.com. Photos courtesy of Malcom Reed.