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Sear In All The Flavors With These 31 Recipes

Discover the Perfect Sear! 🔥🥩🐟

Mastering the art of searing is easier than you think! Whether you’re crisping up a buttery filet mignon, locking in the juices of a tri-tip, or giving seafood that perfect golden crust, these recipes make it simple.

Looking for something quick? Try the pan-seared chicken cutlets or sea scallops. Want to impress your guests? The reverse-seared tomahawk steak or duck breast is a showstopper. And if you’re craving seafood, the Chilean sea bass or pan-seared halibut delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort.

So grab your skillet, fire up the grill, or set up your sous vide—because with these recipes, you’ll be searing like a pro in no time! 🔥🍽️

Pan Seared Sea Bass

Pan Seared Sea Bass. Photo credit: Food Fun and Faraway Places.

No need for a fancy restaurant—this buttery, flaky sea bass is incredibly easy to make at home with a golden, crispy crust.
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Pan-Seared Wild Boar Chops Recipe

Pan-Seared Wild Boar Chops Recipe. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Wild boar needs a different approach than pork, and this pan-searing method ensures juicy, flavorful chops every time.
Get the Recipe: Pan-Seared Wild Boar Chops Recipe

Pan Seared Juicy Turkey Burgers 

Pan Seared Juicy Turkey Burgers . Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

A simple trick keeps these turkey burgers juicy, making them a perfect lean alternative to beef.
Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Juicy Turkey Burgers 

Sous Vide New York Strip Steaks with a Perfect Sear

Sous Vide New York Strip Steaks with a Perfect Sear. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Sous vide cooking guarantees edge-to-edge doneness, finished with a rich, steakhouse-worthy sear.
Get the Recipe: Sous Vide New York Strip Steaks with a Perfect Sear

Smoked Tri-Tip

Smoked Tri-Tip. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Reverse-searing transforms this budget-friendly cut into a tender, smoky masterpiece.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Tri-Tip

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Caper Tomato Butter

Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Caper Tomato Butter. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

Buttery sea bass is seared to perfection and topped with a vibrant, tangy caper tomato butter sauce.
Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Caper Tomato Butter

Teres Major Steak (Grilled or Pan Seared)

Teres Major Steak (Grilled or Pan Seared). Photo credit: Foodie and Wine.

Also known as the “poor man’s filet mignon,” this tender steak shines with a simple sear and garlic butter baste.
Get the Recipe: Teres Major Steak (Grilled or Pan Seared)

Pan-Seared Teres Major Steak

Pan-Seared Teres Major Steak. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

A foolproof method for a perfectly cooked, butter-basted filet mignon with a rich, golden crust.
Get the Recipe: Pan-Seared Teres Major Steak

Seared Filet Mignon

Seared Filet Mignon. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This Traeger-cooked venison sirloin stays tender and juicy thanks to a reverse-sear finish.
Get the Recipe: Seared Filet Mignon

Traeger Reverse Seared Venison Sirloin Steak

Traeger Reverse Seared Venison Sirloin Steak. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A quick, high-heat sear locks in the delicate, ocean-fresh flavor of bluefin tuna.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Reverse Seared Venison Sirloin Steak

Blackstone Seared Bluefin Tuna with Togarashi

Blackstone Seared Bluefin Tuna with Togarashi. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Rich, buttery sablefish is paired with a bright white wine tomato sauce in this one-skillet recipe.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Seared Bluefin Tuna with Togarashi

Blackstone Seared Chicken Breasts

Blackstone Seared Chicken Breasts. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Lightly seasoned and pan-seared, these golden-brown chicken cutlets are quick, easy, and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Seared Chicken Breasts

Pan Seared Sablefish (Black Cod) with White Wine Tomatoes

Pan Seared Sablefish (Black Cod) with White Wine Tomatoes. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

This technique creates a deep, caramelized crust while keeping the inside tender and juicy.
Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Sablefish (Black Cod) with White Wine Tomatoes

Pan Seared Chicken Cutlets

Pan Seared Chicken Cutlets. Photo credit: Walking On Sunshine Recipes.

Light and flaky cod is seared and served with a creamy tarragon sauce for a restaurant-quality meal.
Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Chicken Cutlets

Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce

Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside lingcod recipe is an easy way to enjoy fresh seafood.
Get the Recipe: Pan-Seared Filet Mignon with Red Wine Sauce

Reverse-Seared Flat Iron Steak Recipe

Reverse-Seared Flat Iron Steak Recipe. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A quick sear gives these scallops a caramelized crust while keeping the center buttery-soft.
Get the Recipe: Reverse-Seared Flat Iron Steak Recipe

Pan Seared Cod with Tarragon Cream Sauce

Pan Seared Cod with Tarragon Cream Sauce. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

Cooking hanger steak low and slow before searing ensures maximum flavor and tenderness.
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Pan Seared Lingcod Recipe

Pan Seared Lingcod Recipe. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

The reverse-sear method makes this flank steak extra juicy while delivering a rich, smoky crust.
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Easy Seared Sea Scallops

Easy Seared Sea Scallops. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This steakhouse-style porterhouse is seared for a deep crust while staying pink and juicy inside.
Get the Recipe: Easy Seared Sea Scallops

Reverse Seared Hanger Steak

Reverse Seared Hanger Steak. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

A wild game delicacy, this tender upland bird is simply pan-seared in butter for rich flavor.
Get the Recipe: Reverse Seared Hanger Steak

Reverse Seared Traeger Flank Steak

Reverse Seared Traeger Flank Steak. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Crispy skin and juicy meat make this an elegant yet simple duck breast recipe.
Get the Recipe: Reverse Seared Traeger Flank Steak

Perfect Pan-Seared Porterhouse Steak

Perfect Pan-Seared Porterhouse Steak. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

A slow-cook then sear method creates a tender, smoky tri-tip with a flavorful crust.
Get the Recipe: Perfect Pan-Seared Porterhouse Steak

Pan Seared Woodcock

Pan Seared Woodcock. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Quick and healthy, this seared salmon is paired with a fresh tomato corn salsa.
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Pan Seared Duck Breast

Pan Seared Duck Breast. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This stir-fry delivers restaurant flavors with tender steak and shrimp in a rich sauce.
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Reverse Sear Tri Tip

Reverse Sear Tri Tip. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Upgrade your nachos with perfectly seared steak, melty cheese, and zesty salsa.
Get the Recipe: Reverse Sear Tri Tip

Seared Salmon with Tomato Corn Salsa

Seared Salmon with Tomato Corn Salsa. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Slow-smoked and finished with a high-heat sear, these tomahawk steaks are an impressive centerpiece.
Get the Recipe: Seared Salmon with Tomato Corn Salsa

Wok Seared Steak and Shrimp – Panda Express Copycat Recipe

Wok Seared Steak and Shrimp – Panda Express Copycat Recipe. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

A foolproof way to get a perfectly cooked, juicy New York strip with a crispy crust.
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Butter Herbed Shrimp and Juicy Pan Seared Pork Chops

Butter Herbed Shrimp and Juicy Pan Seared Pork Chops. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This surf-and-turf combo pairs juicy pork chops with rich, buttery shrimp.
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Seared Steak Nachos with Tomatillo Serrano Salsa

Seared Steak Nachos with Tomatillo Serrano Salsa. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Fresh halibut fillets are seared to a golden crisp and drizzled with zesty lemon butter.
Get the Recipe: Seared Steak Nachos with Tomatillo Serrano Salsa

Smoked Tomahawk Steaks – Reverse Seared

Smoked Tomahawk Steaks – Reverse Seared. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This technique ensures an evenly cooked ribeye with a deep, flavorful crust.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Tomahawk Steaks – Reverse Seared

Reverse Sear New York Strip Steak

Reverse Sear New York Strip Steak. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

A high-heat sear gives tofu a crispy exterior while keeping the inside soft and flavorful.
Get the Recipe: Reverse Sear New York Strip Steak