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July 1, 2019

How to Grill Steak Perfectly Every Time

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Learn how to grill steak perfectly every single time with this easy to follow recipe where steak is seared on a hot grill and cooked to perfection. Grilling steak doesn’t have to be complicated!
Grilling Steak

Grades of Steak

There are three grades of steak that you will find in a US supermarket: Select, Choice, and Prime. Select is generally the grade of sale-priced, or advertised meat. If it is choice grade, it will be advertised as such. Select grade is just above what the USDA deems edible. So if you buy Select grade meat, don’t be surprised when it isn’t that great. It will always be worth it to pay the extra money per pound for the Choice grade. If your supermarket carries Prime grade, lucky you!

PRO TIP: Only buy Choice or Prime Grade steaks. 

 

Levels of Doneness

Whether you like your steak bleeding on the plate, or dry as a bone, this steak doneness guide should help you out. The chef’s standard level of doneness is medium-rare. At this point it won’t be bleeding, but will be tender, juicy, and if you do it just right the steak will melt in your mouth. With practice you can tell how cooked a steak is just by feel alone. Every steak has a different cooking time due to varying thicknesses of the cuts. Be wary following anything that tells you a cooking time rather than a temperature.

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Is it necessary to cook the steaks more after searing them?

The most important part of reaching the level of doneness you like is the internal temperature. Searing is largely for flavor. If your steak is thicker, it probably won’t reach the desired doneness as fast as a thinner one. One thing that helps ensure you don’t overcook your steak, is to leave it out at room temperature for 30 minutes before cooking. If raising the internal temperature needs to take longer because the steak was too cold, it will cause the steak to get overcooked.

 

Are these instructions the same for cooking other meats?

No. Other meats require different cooking times and temperatures. Every kind of meat has its own density and thickness. Also, whole cuts are not required to reach as high of temperatures as ground meats and poultry.

 

Is it important to let the steaks rest?

Yes. The steak actually continues to cook during those few minutes. This continuation of cooking is great because it doesn’t dry out the steak, as it would by simply leaving it on the grill longer. Cutting into the steak interrupts that last little period of cooking by releasing the heat inside the steak. Trust me, let it rest a few minutes and your steak will turn out perfect.

 

If you like this recipe, you may also be interested in these other delicious grilling recipes:

  • Skillet Steak Dinner
  • Perfect Grilled Pork Chops
  • Authentic Carne Asada

 

Watch the video below where Rachel will walk you through every step of this recipe. Sometimes it helps to have a visual, and we’ve always got you covered with our cooking show. You can find the complete collection of recipes on YouTube, Facebook Watch, or our Facebook Page, or right here on our website with their corresponding recipes.

How to Grill Steak Perfectly Every Time

Learn how to grill steak perfectly every single time with this easy to follow recipe where steak is seared on a hot grill and cooked to perfection. Grilling steak doesn't have to be complicated!
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time45 mins
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Servings: 2 steaks

Ingredients

  • 2 thick cut steaks 2 inches
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  • Remove steaks from refrigerator and any packaging. Brush each side with oil to coat.
  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, and white pepper. Rub both sides of each steak with the rub mixture. Let steaks sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat (about 500 degrees). Sear steaks for 3 minutes per side. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue cooking with the lid closed until the steaks reach the desired level of doneness (130 degrees F for medium-rare).
  • When the steaks are removed from the grill, immediately top with 1 tablespoon butter each, tent with aluminum foil, and allow the steaks to rest 5 to 10 minutes before cutting into them.

Notes

For a reverse sear: prepare steaks as instructed. Preheat one side of the grill to low heat and the other side to high heat. Start the steak on the low heat side of the grill and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 110-120 degrees F. Then, move the steak to the hotter side of the grill and sear on each side for 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 893kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 71g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 221mg | Sodium: 1447mg | Potassium: 1051mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 7mg
Course: Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: Grilling
Keyword: Grilling Steak, How to Grill Steak

 

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  1. Steven says

    July 20, 2019 at 11:06 pm

    Great advice about grilling steak. Love this recipe. Thank you.

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  2. Bob Shaw says

    July 4, 2019 at 7:51 am

    5 stars
    Finding all recipes easy to follow and give excellent information and tips 👍🙂

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