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4 days agoHow Thomas Keller Keeps Butter From Burning While Searing Steak - Tasting Table
Perfectly searing a steak requires managing pan temperature and using oil to prevent butter from burning.
Not all surfaces are the same, especially when achieving browning, which is the caramelization process that intensifies the steak's flavor after direct contact with heat. As Thomas reveals, choosing between a flat and grill pan is a nuanced consideration - but put bluntly, if your steak has grill marks, you may be missing out on flavor. "Grill pans create narrow lines of browning," he explains,
A mix of slow sous vide cooking and barbecue techniques yields optimal taste and texture. Sous vide imparts flavor before smoking or grilling meats with marinades and herbs.