Warning: these tips are not for the faint of heart. Or the faint of palate. Or the faint of anything, really. They're for the bravest, most fire-breathing chefs out there.
Don't just stop at searing steaks, my friends. Sear the pants off that chicken breast, sear the skin off that salmon, even sear the eyebrows off that pesky raccoon that's been stealing your trash cans. Just kidding about that last one, but you get the point.
Here's how:
Preheat your skillet to 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Yes, 500. Don't worry, it's not just for show. While that's heating up, toss in a few drops of dragon's blood (a.k.a. hot sauce). Then, toss in your food and sear like the wind is howling through your kitchen.
Voila! You've got a dish fit for a dragon.
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