2tbspLemon JuiceJuice from about half a medium sized lemon
1/2tspTable SaltUse iodised salt
2tbspOlive oilExtra virgin
Dressing 2
2tbspLime JuiceJuice from about half a medium sized lime
1/2tspTable SaltUse iodised salt
2tbspSesame oilUse toasted, but if you can't find it, then regular is good too
Instructions
Salad
Cut the salad leaves (if large) and toss into a bowl with the chopped cherry tomatoes
Pick either salad dressing 1 or 2 and put the salt, oil and citrus juice into a small jar or container and shake. It will separate immediately, so leave it in the jar until you're ready to pour over the salad.
Protein
For the best crispy brown outside use a paper towel to pat dry the steak on both sides.
Heat the pan BEFORE adding oil. Don't add the oil until the pan is hot. Do a water test to check if the temperature is hot enough, or too hot.
Add oil or butter to the pan to prevent sticking, oil is easier to not burn. The oil should shimmer immediately if the temperature is right.
Put the steak down in the pan and don't move it, or it will stick. When the outside has browned it will release from the pan easily if the temperature was right when it went in.
When the brown colour has reached just over half way up the outer of the steak, flip it to sear the other side. Leave the steak until it reaches your desired doneness.
Salt the steak to your personal preference on the plate.