alt Hacker NewsSalamander broiler would be incredible to have at home. We get decent results from using a cast iron pan thats as hot as we can get it. At most we can sear 2 steaks as it tends to cool off pretty quick even under high heat. Got any better alternatives that a home cook could use?
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addaon • today at 7:08 PM
Reverse sear over sous vide -- moisture is the enemy of crust.
Cheap knock off a Big Green Egg with hardwood charcoal can get to 650°F or so pretty quick, and does an amazing job of finishing up after a reverse sear.
criddell • today at 7:06 PM
A blow torch might be worth trying. I'd think it's still not as good as a hot broiler because it's heating a relatively small area.
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I've tried a blowtorch and a barbecue, but they're not as good as cast iron. Best results from just spending $15 on a second cast iron.