How to Grill Steak

Nothing can beat a perfectly done steak grilled straight from your backyard. The key to making the best steaks in the world is how you cook it. The steaks should be perfectly seasoned to fit your discriminating taste.


1. Choose a nice cut of steak from the butcher or local supermarket; cuts from the tenderloin or rib are best. Excellent cuts include T-bone, rib eye, club, porterhouse, N.Y. Strip, Chateaubriand, and filet mignon. Choose the best grade you can afford: In the USA, that is: Prime (best), Choice (very good), Select (average). Prime grade can be difficult to find, so call several butchers to locate. Be prepared to pay at least USDA $15 to USDA $25 per pound for Prime. Aged Prime is superior, but aged meats aren't for everyone.


2. Remove steak from refrigerator about 90 minutes before cooking. The steak should be at room temperature before it touches the grill.

3. Peel a clove of garlic and crush lightly to release juices.

4. Rub crushed garlic clove onto all sides of the steak.

5. Coat each side of the steak with fresh ground black pepper and salt. Gently press spices into the flesh.

6. For inexpensive cuts, squeeze the juice of half a lemon or lime on both sides of the steak. It may also be necessary to brush some corn or vegetable oil on the steak to prevent it from sticking to the grill. This will help tenderize the tougher steaks.

7. A marinade can help less tender cuts, such as flank. It can improve the taste and tenderize select grade steaks as well.

8. Do not marinate aged choice or prime beef, or you will ruin the steak!

9. Preheat gas grill on high for 10 to 20 minutes. If you pay close attention, you will not overcook your steak. Be prepared to douse flare-ups with water.

10. Grill steak on high for four minutes with lid closed. The key to a great steak is very high heat, so make sure your grill is on the highest setting possible.

11. Flip steak using tongs or spatula, do not use a fork as you will lose juices.

12. Grill on high for another four minutes with lid closed. Your steak will be about medium rare, depending on thickness.

13. Remove steak from grill and immediately place on a warmed platter.

14. Allow steak to rest for a full five minutes before cutting. This allows the juices and full flavors to develop.

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