Mexico is a part of North America [1]. What is less obvious is whether Guatemala, Belize, Nicaragua, etc, would fall into N or S America. Central America is a region, like the Middle East, but is not its own continent. Central America is a part of North America [2]. Nathan made a good point that the United Nations considers Mexico a part of Central America [3]. I wonder why [4].
Sear each side, flipping minimally. It should not take long for a crisp brown crust to form. Depending on the heat of your pan, it should take about 2-4 minutes (or less) for each side to finish cooking. When the first side is done, flip your steak and cook the second side for about as long.
Sear for one minute on each side, or until the steaks reach a caramelised, golden-brown colour. Lower the heat to medium high. Cook the steaks five minutes on each side for medium rare, six and a half to seven minutes on each side for medium and eight to 10 minutes on each side for well done.