While it is essential to grill our food well to experience the taste of the perfect steak we desire, it is also essential to keep a check on the temperature and the time for which we grill the steak. All these things require the right amount of attention and preparation methods for outdoor cooking.
Today we will be knowing about those methods and give you a guide for some perfect cuts so that you can grill your favorite steak to perfection.
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How do you cook steak on a charcoal grill?
To get the perfectly cooked steak, there are a few things to consider. They are as follows:
Choosing the right kind of steak
The first step is to select a steak that is suitable for you. Because each steak is cut differently, this method can be a little tricky. To find the perfect steak, make sure the steak you choose has the right texture, thickness, and size. Another thing to keep in mind is the fat value of the steak.
Steaks with high-fat content have a juicy and rich flavor. However, excess fat in steak tends to drip out while grilling and can have a negative impact on your health. This is not to say that fatty steaks should not be grilled. All you need to do is take extra precautions to avoid flare-ups when grilling a high-fat steak.
Preparing for the Grill
Once you have chosen the perfect steak, the next step is preparation before you start grilling. First, you have to make sure your grill is set to the required heating level and is ready to grill your steak. Next, you will have to make sure that your steak is at the right temperature. This will allow you to have the perfectly cooked grill without any charring on the outside.
The next thing is to heat the grate and firmly pour some cooking oil on it so that your steak doesn’t stay stuck on the grill.
Steps for Grilling
Once you have started to grill your steak, a few things to keep in mind are as follows:
- Keep your grill at a high heat level of 500 degrees F during the cooking process.
- Keep the lid closed while your steak is getting grilled
- Flip the steaks into 90-degree angle after 2 minutes of grilling
- Rotate a bit and flip again after a few minutes to get the perfect sear marks
The amount of time required to cook steak may vary as every steak has a different texture and thickness. If you think your steak is less in thickness, you have to grill your steak for a lesser amount of time and vice versa.
Common Grilling Steak Times
The cooking time for which you grill your steak depends on the thickness of the meat being cooked. Thin and thick pieces can be cooked on the grill, but you’ll need to modify your cooking times to obtain the desired charred flavor with different kinds of meat.
How Long to Grill Ribeye Steak
The thickness of Rib eye steak usually ranges from 1 ¼ to 1 ½-inch and thus, grilling ribeye steak requires more time for grilling than other steaks like the New York Strip. If you want to achieve medium-rare steak, you have to grill the steak at a 130 degree level of heat. If you want medium steak, cook it at 140 degrees for 7 to 10 minutes.
How Long to Grill Sirloin Steak
When it comes to thickness, the grilled sirloin is quite similar to rib eye. Its thickness is usually around 1 inch. It takes around 4 to 5 minutes to grill this type of steak for medium-rare doneness. And for the perfect medium doneness, it goes up to 5-6 minutes.
How Long to Grill Filet Mignon Steak
Grill Filet Mignon comes under the thickest steaks of all. Its thickness ranges from 2 to 3 inches. With such high thickness, it becomes essential to cook it for around 5 to 6 minutes on each side to achieve medium-rare doneness.
Cooking tips for the perfect grilled steak
Use a Dry Brine
Dry brining is the process of salting your steak before grilling it. Salt aids in the removal of moisture from the meat, which is then reabsorbed by the meat during grilling. This gives you a juicy steak with a rich flavor.
Use a Thermometer
It can be difficult at times to identify the correct temperature of the grill and the steak. The only solution for this issue is to use a thermometer. A thermometer can identify and show you the level desired temperature in just a matter of minutes.
A Bonus Recipe
Now that you know the basics of steak grilling, we have an exciting recipe for you which you should consider for your friends and family.
Things you need
- Olive Oil
- Four different kinds of steaks you love
- Spices- Salt, pepper, and your fav, steak seasonings
Instructions
- Bring your steaks to the temperature by keeping them in a room for around 20-30 minutes.
- While your steaks are getting the right temperature, set up your grill with oil and other preparation.
- Apply some oil on the stakes and sprinkle the spices that you have chosen
- Once the grill is ready, start grilling your steaks by placing them on the top grate one by one
- Let the steaks grill for around 5 to 6 minutes until you observe brown crust on it
- Cook the steak with respect to its thickness as mentioned in the guide
- Once your perfect steaks are ready, use the thermometer to measure the temperature.
- Temperature Identification- 135 degrees– Medium Rare 140 degrees– Medium
- Let the cooked steak rest for 5-10 minutes so that you can experience the rich taste.
Enjoy your perfect grilled steaks with your friends and family!
