If you're planning a perfect steak dinner at home, you may also want it to have that restaurant-quality crust. One ingredient that can ensure this craveworthy crust is brown sugar.
Brown sugar not only gives the crust a perfect texture but also adds a subtly sweet flavor that counters the beef's umami-rich quality, striking a craveable balance and complexity.
When cooked over high heat, brown sugar promotes caramelization and contrast on a cut of steak. Plus, you don't need a lot of sugar — about 1 tablespoon for a rib eye, for example.