Step 1

Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Liberally coat steak with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Add 1 tablespoon tallow or oil to pan. Heat 1 minute.

Step 4

Add steak to pan. Cook on one side 4-5 minutes. Flip. Cook on other side until a meat thermometer inserted at thickest point reads 135 degrees (for medium-rare), or to preferred doneness.

Step 5

Remove steak from pan. Let rest at least 5 and no more than 10 minutes. Serve immediately.