Why Resting is Essential
Once you’ve finished cooking the steak, it’s tempting to dive right in, but patience is key. Letting the steak rest for a few minutes allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Without this step, cutting into the steak too soon would cause all the flavorful juices to run out, leaving you with a drier bite. Resting also helps the internal temperature of the steak even out, making each bite consistently juicy and tender.