Grilling Basics
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grilling basics
This is a popular method for preparing steak, but it’s also the one that tends to worry a lot of beginner cooks. But when you follow these steps (and allow yourself a little practice), you’ll find grilling is easy and—most importantly—very satisfying. Check out our grilling guidelines for more cooking time information.
PREP PAYS OFF
Some grill experts emphasize the importance of bringing steaks to room temperature before grilling, but we don’t recommend it for food safety reasons. Likewise, our cooking chart is based on the meat going directly from chill to grill. So plan on pulling the meat from the fridge, seasoning well, and getting started right away.
PREP PAYS OFF
Some grill experts emphasize the importance of bringing steaks to room temperature before grilling, but we don’t recommend it for food safety reasons. Likewise, our cooking chart is based on the meat going directly from chill to grill. So plan on pulling the meat from the fridge, seasoning well, and getting started right away.
PREP PAYS OFF
Some grill experts emphasize the importance of bringing steaks to room temperature before grilling, but we don’t recommend it for food safety reasons. Likewise, our cooking chart is based on the meat going directly from chill to grill. So plan on pulling the meat from the fridge, seasoning well, and getting started right away.
PREP PAYS OFF
Some grill experts emphasize the importance of bringing steaks to room temperature before grilling, but we don’t recommend it for food safety reasons. Likewise, our cooking chart is based on the meat going directly from chill to grill. So plan on pulling the meat from the fridge, seasoning well, and getting started right away.
Recipes That Use Grilling:
Beef and Grain Burgers |
Beef and Grain Burgers |
Quinoa adds texture and earthiness to this lean beef burger. Made in a similar way to meatloaf, this patty substitutes an ancient grain for bread crumbs.
Sirloin Sandwiches with Red Onion Marmalade |
Sirloin Sandwiches with Red Onion Marmalade |
A homemade marmalade of red onions, red wine, prunes and figs gives this sandwich out-of-this-world flavor. Crumbled goat cheese provides just the right amount of creaminess.
Beef Sirloin Kabobs with Roasted Red Pepper Dipping Sauce |
Beef Sirloin Kabobs with Roasted Red Pepper Dipping Sauce |
Steak Kabobs are a hit with the family because they are tender, flavorful and are fast to grill. Try the red-pepper dipping sauce to delight your table.
Tapas-Style Steak & Pepper Parfaits |
Tapas-Style Steak & Pepper Parfaits |
Show off your Spanish flare with these parfait cups of full of grilled steak, fresh spinach, bell peppers, olives and Manchego cheese.
Cuts Used With Grilling:
Chuck Flap/Edge Roast
Richly flavored and finely textured. Best for slow-cooking whole or grilling if very thinly sliced across the grain.
Santa Fe Steak
Steak cut from the thin, lean muscle that covers the Top Round. Can be used as an alternative to Skirt or Flank Steaks. Benefits from tenderization.
Flat Iron Steak
Extremely tender, well-marbled and flavorful and great for grilling. Cut from the Top Blade.
Chuck Eye Steak (Delmonico)
A low-cost alternative to the Rib Eye Steak. A tender and savory cut great for grilling.
Shoulder Petite Tender Medallions
Juicy and tender small medallions cut from the Shoulder Petite Tender.