Grilling a steak can go one of two ways: it turns into a tender slab of smoky-flavored beef, or it becomes an overcooked hockey puck. Knowing the proper ways to grill a steak for full flavor and juiciness can help you turn your next cookout into a true success. Here at Steak University, we have all the information you need to make the most perfectly grilled steak, from knowing the requirements for cooking different cuts of steak to learning the proper techniques to cooking on different types of grills. Each small factor can make a big difference in how your final steak looks and tastes.To be classified as London broil, a dish requires two things: a good marinade and steak sliced into thin strips. Because it’s somewhat open to interpretation, London broil can be a fun dish to play around with when you’re in…
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Grilling a steak can go one of two ways: it turns into a tender slab of smoky-flavored beef, or it becomes an overcooked hockey puck. Knowing the proper ways to grill a steak for full flavor and juiciness can help you turn your next cookout into a true success. Here at Steak University, we have all the information you need to make the most perfectly grilled steak, from knowing the requirements for cooking different cuts of steak to learning the proper techniques to cooking on different types of grills. Each small factor can make a big difference in how your final steak looks and tastes.
Chicago Steak Company’s quality USDA Choice and USDA Prime steaks are the perfect choices for any grill. Full of flavor and perfected through our unique aging processes, our steaks are synonymous with the ultimate steak-grilling experience. But, you still need to know how to do it right. We provide the steaks and the knowledge so you can provide the perfect grilled steak.
If you’re a steak die-hard, it’s pretty much a given that you have a favorite way to cook your steaks. Steak can be cooked using various methods, each offering a unique flavor and texture: Grilling provides a smoky flavor and…
Porterhouse steak is cut from the short loin, right at the meeting point of the top loin and tenderloin. This steak is cut from the same area as the popular T-bone steak and contains both a strip steak and a…
When you use the right grilling techniques, grilled steak is one of the most delectable proteins you can put on your plate. Although flank steak is a thinner cut that can dry out easily, it’s just right for the grill,…
Strip steak is thick, tender, and lean, making it just right for the grill. Buy it bone-in or boneless; either version will yield a steak that’s full of flavor with a firm bite. Want to know how to grill it…
We’ve finally made it to the official grilling season, but when you love steak as much as we do, grilling season is all year-round. Thanks to some delicious steak cuts from Chicago Steak Company, you can enjoy the taste of…
Sirloin steak comes from a non-exercised area of a cow, up near the back portion of the animal. This cut is nice and tender when cooked, but most fans really love it for its bold, beefy flavor. The grill seems…
Grilled has long been one of the most popular ways to enjoy ribeye steak. This yummy cut of steak is tender and full of flavor, and the grill only enhances its texture and taste. In fact, some say that the…
Grilling steak is one of the most popular methods for several cuts. But it’s no secret that grilling times for steak can vary greatly, depending on the cut of steak, its thickness, and how done you like it. There’s…
When it comes to knowing the difference in cuts of steak, not everyone is an expert. That’s okay because Steak University is here to help! It can be confusing choosing the best part of steak to eat, so we’re going…
When you think of cooking filet mignon, you probably automatically think of sautéing it in a cast-iron skillet with a little bit of butter or bacon drippings. Maybe you think of a perfect bacon wrapped filet cooked in the oven…
Cut from the plate section of a cow, skirt steak is long and thin compared to other steaks. You might hear it compared to a hanger steak or flank steak because their appearances are similar. Skirt steak can be tough…
Picanha steak comes from the top of the rump area of the cow, which is why it’s sometimes referred to as a rump cap. This piece of steak has a fat cap that covers its full length and typically stays…
Not all steaks look like they were destined for the cover of foodie magazines. Flat iron is one of those cuts that doesn’t always look as enticing as more decadent cuts, like the ribeye or New York strip. Still, it’s…
When it comes to steak, perhaps the most enjoyable method of all time is firing up the BBQ. The alluring taste and powerful scent of smoke mingling with meat is enough to form a lifelong addiction for many. There’s something…
Photo by Jill Shih licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0 Butcher’s Brief: Skirt steak is the diaphragm muscle. This cut of beef is frequently used in traditional Southwest grilling. Richly marbled skirt steaks have robust flavor, but must be cut against the grain to ensure…