How to Cook Steak

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METHOD

Preparing the Steaks:

• Take the steaks out of the refrigerator, salt them and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes. This allows for more even cooking.

• Pat the steaks dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture and salt.

• Brush the steaks with olive oil on all sides. This helps to enhance the flavor and prevent sticking to the grill.

Preparing the Grill:

• Preheat your grill to high heat. Make sure the grill grates are clean and well-oiled to prevent sticking.

• If using a charcoal grill, make sure the coals are white-hot and spread evenly across the grill bed.

Grilling the Steaks:

• Place the steaks on the preheated grill. For medium-rare steaks, grill them for about 5-6 minutes on side 1.

• Flip only once blood has risen to the surface which inidactes a nice char has developed on the underside. 

• After the initial grilling time, use tongs to flip the steaks to the other side and continue grilling for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Checking the Doneness:

• This is a feeling from a higher power once you know your grill and the steak size you prefer but… if you’d like to use a thermometer: medium-rare doneness, the internal temperature of the steaks should read around 55-57°C (130-135°F) when measured in the thickest part.

Resting and Serving:

• Once the steaks have reached your desired doneness, remove them from the grill and transfer them to a cutting board.

• Allow the steaks to rest for about 5-10 minutes covered foil with slabs of butter on top. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful steak.

• After resting, slice the steaks against the grain into thick or thin strips.

• Serve with all your favourite sides… but honestly, eaten straight from the board is a real treat!