Name: Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Blackened Steak Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 boneless ribeye steaks, 1-inch thick; 2 tbsp smoked paprika; 2 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp dried thyme; 1 tbsp dried oregano; 1 tbsp cayenne pepper; 2 tsp black pepper; 2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup butter, melted

Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Blackened Steak Recipe

Mari Shafer Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Blackened Steak Recipe

A Cajun-spiced steak seared to perfection with a smoky flavor and crispy crust.

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 35 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 boneless ribeye steaks, 1-inch thick
2 tbsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp dried thyme
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp black pepper
2 tsp salt
1/2 cup butter, melted

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper and salt.
Rub the spice mix generously over both sides of each steak.
Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot.
Dip each steak into melted butter, then place it in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until a crispy crust forms.
Reduce heat to low and continue cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130-135°F for medium-rare.
Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories : 619kcal
Total Fat : 47g
Saturated Fat : 24g
Cholesterol : 194mg
Sodium : 3192mg
Total Carbohydrates : 7g
Dietary Fiber : 3g
Sugar : 1g
Protein : 44g

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