NY Strip Recipe and Red Wine Reduction Sauce For Steak

Have you ever watched MasterChef Junior? Man, those kids can cook. I am beyond impressed with their skills. Today, I am happy to be able to share a New York Strip Steak Recipe from Master Chef Junior Contestant, Adam, from Sacramento, CA. I know I always wonder where the kids learned their skills and how they come up with their brilliant recipes.  Well, Adam developed this NY strip recipe on his own through trial and error.  MasterChef Junior airs Thursdays at 8/7c on FOX if you want to tune in and root for him.  But first, you will want to try his quick (but delicious) New York Strip Steak Recipe with Red Wine Reduction Sauce and see just what these cooks are capable of! This New York Strip is pan seared in a cast iron skillet.

Master Chef Steak Recipes: Delicious New York Strip With Red Wine Reduction Steak Sauce

If you’re looking to impress with a hearty and flavorful meal, a NY strip steak is a classic choice that never disappoints. Known for its rich marbling, tender texture, and bold beefy flavor, this cut is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Whether you’re grilling outdoors or searing it to perfection on the stovetop, this NY strip steak recipe brings out the best in the meat with simple seasonings and just the right cooking technique. Get ready for a juicy, mouthwatering steak that’s restaurant-quality—right from your own kitchen.

A red wine reduction sauce is the perfect complement to a juicy NY strip steak, adding depth, richness, and a touch of elegance to every bite. Made by simmering red wine with aromatic ingredients like shallots, garlic, and fresh herbs, this sauce enhances the natural flavors of the steak without overpowering it. Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or just want to elevate your dinner, this simple yet sophisticated red wine reduction brings a luxurious finish to your plate.

Red Wine Reduction Sauce Recipe For Steak

You may want to start the red wine reduction first and then cook the NY strip steak while it is reducing. A red wine reduction sauce for steak is one of the very best sauces for beef available. It has incredible flavor and compliments the red meat perfectly. This is a delicious steak dinner with a rich sauce. It would be great served with sauteed potatoes.

Ingredients for Red Wine Reduction Sauce for Steak:

• Dash of olive oil
• 1 onion
• slice of bacon
• 1 cup of red wine (Cabernet sauvignon or Pinot noir)
• 1 cup of chicken stock (preferably homemade chicken stock or beef broth will work fine too)

How To Make Steak Red Wine Reduction Sauce:

1. Slice onion
2. Slice bacon
3. Add dash of oil to the pan over medium-high heat
4. Add bacon
5. Cook onions in bacon fat until translucent
6. Add the red wine and allow it to reduce about 7-8 minutes over low heat
7. Add the stock and again reduce until the liquid coats the back of a spoon
8. Strain the sauce
9. Set red wine reduction for steak aside momentarily

NY Strip Steak Recipe

NY strip steak is the perfect cut when you want something that feels fancy but is actually easy to prepare. With its rich flavor and tender texture, it doesn’t take much to turn this steak into a restaurant-worthy meal.

New York Strip Steak Recipe Ingredients:

• 2 New York strip steaks
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• ½ stick of butter
• 2 fresh thyme stems
• 3 garlic cloves

Pro Tip For A Perfectly Cooked Steak: Letting your NY strip steak come to room temperature before cooking is key for even cooking and the best texture. Take the steak out of the fridge about 30 to 45 minutes before you plan to cook it. This helps promote a better sear. Less chill means less moisture, helping you get that beautiful golden-brown crust. It also prevents a cold center. A room-temperature steak cooks more evenly, reducing the risk of a burnt outside and undercooked inside.

How To Cook NY Strip Steak:

1. Season the steaks with salt and pepper
2. Place in a heated cast iron skillet (If you want pan-seared steaks, it is essential to have a hot pan before you add the cut of beef to the pan.)
3. Sear on both sides
4. Then add butter, garlic, and thyme
5. Cook 6-8 minutes (for medium rare), frequently spooning butter over top of steak and flipping halfway through

You may use a meat thermometer in the center of the steaks to help determine when it is done if you like. According to Southern Living, “The FDA recommends cooking steak to the internal temperature of 145 degrees F, which will result in a medium-well steak.”

Drizzle the red wine reduction sauce over the pan seared New York strip steaks and serve with risotto or potato gratin and vegetable of choice. Garnish with fresh rosemary.

ENJOY!

Printable Recipe Card For New York Strip Steak With Red Wine Reduction Sauce

A simple seasoning of salt and pepper, a hot skillet or grill, and a few minutes of cooking on each side are all it takes to make a perfect NY strip steak. Finish it with a quick red wine reduction sauce or a pat of herb butter, and you’ve got an elegant, satisfying dish that’s perfect for date night, dinner parties, or a special family meal—without spending hours in the kitchen.

You will love the rich flavors of this NY strip and classic red wine steak sauce. It is the perfect pairing and makes a very elegant meal. Have you ever cooked New York Strip steaks before? Do you think you will try this pan seared New York Strip Steak recipe with red wine reduction sauce?

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