This Steak Is Illegal In The United States...
This Steak Is Illegal In The United States... is a medium Malaysian recipe that serves 2. 520 calories per serving. Recipe by Jorts Kitchen on YouTube.
Prep: 35 min | Cook: 23 min | Total: 1 hr 13 min
Cost: $149.55 total, $74.78 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 piece Malaysian A7 Wagyu Steak (A7 grade, 2‑inch thick, approx. 300 g, extremely marbled)
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt (coarse)
- 1 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper (freshly cracked)
- 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter (room temperature)
- 2 pieces Garlic Cloves (smashed)
- 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Sprigs (optional)
Instructions
Bring steak to room temperature
Remove the steak from the refrigerator and let it sit uncovered on a plate for 30 minutes to reach room temperature.
Time: PT30M
Season steak
Generously season both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Time: PT5M
Preheat skillet
Place a cast‑iron skillet over high heat and let it become very hot, about 5 minutes.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: 500°F
Sear steak
Add 1 tbsp butter to the skillet, then lay the steak away from you. Sear without moving for 3 minutes, flip, and sear the other side for another 3 minutes.
Time: PT6M
Temperature: 500°F
Baste with aromatics
Add the remaining butter, smashed garlic, and thyme sprigs. Tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the steak for 2 minutes.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 500°F
Rest steak
Transfer the steak to a cutting board, loosely tent with foil, and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Time: PT10M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 45 g
- Carbohydrates
- 0 g
- Fat
- 35 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Paleo, Keto, Gluten-Free
Allergens: Dairy
Last updated: April 7, 2026






