A seared porterhouse steak

Porterhouse Steak

A larger T-bone with an extra-big tenderloin, seared and shared for two.

By Recipes Editorial Team Published August 18, 2026

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 16 min
Total Time: 21 min
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 640 kcal

Ingredients

2 servings

1 porterhouse steak (about 2 lb / 900 g)
1 tbsp oil
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

Pat the steak dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a skillet over high heat.
Sear 4 to 5 minutes per side, basting with butter.
Cook to 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, then rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Per serving, estimated.

Calories: 640 kcal
Protein: 46g
Carbs: 1g
Fat: 52g
Fiber: 0g

Tips

Sear both sides well, then baste.
Rest longer since it's thick.

Variations

Add garlic and herbs.
Finish with a flaky salt.

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