Grilling Steaks For the Best Flavor

[Tristan Mitchell]

Grilling Steaks is no easy task especially if you are a beginner in
the kitchen and have no idea what you're doing. But all it really
takes is patience and a lot of practice to master the art of Grilling
Steaks.
Here are a few tips on Grilling Steaks for the best flavor:
1. Decide what kind of steak you want and choose the right cut. There
are many different kinds of steaks for grilling and some of the most
popular for Grilling Steaks are T-Bone, Porterhouse, and Rib eye. Make
sure that you pick a thick slab of well-marbled meat. Well-marbled
means that there is some fat throughout the meat and this will add
flavor to it and make it juicier.
2. Use freshly ground black peppercorns and coarse salt to season your
meat. Using marinades, rubs, and different kinds of flavorings are
great as well but it is more ideal to just stick to using coarse salt
and ground black pepper.
3. Let the meat reach room temperature before putting it on the grill.
4. Clean the grill and lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the
steak from sticking to it.
5. Pre-heat the grill. The results are almost the same when you use
both charcoal and gas grills so it isn't a big deal if you choose
either one.
6. Start Grilling Steaks. Put the meat on the grill and use a spatula
or tongs so as not to pierce the meat.
7. Make sure to pay constant attention while Grilling Steaks because
cooking times vary depending on the size and shape of the meat.
8. Never use a fork to check if the steak is done. Piercing the meat
allows the juices to leak out, leaving you with a dried up piece of
meat.
9. Move the meat over on indirect heat after a few minutes and using
olive oil, lightly brush the steak for a glazed surface.
10. Put the lid over the grill to allow the meat to bring its internal
temperature. Test for doneness by pressing your finger on the meat. A
rare steak feels spongy, a medium rare steak feels a bit firm and
snaps back quickly, and a well-done steak feels very firm.
11. Remove the steak from the grill as soon as it has reached your
desired doneness and let it sit for about three to five minutes to
allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
12. Enjoy!
Following these easy and simple tips for Grilling Steaks will
guarantee that you wouldn't need to go out in search for the perfect
steak anymore because you can cook one for yourself at home.

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