Published 3/17/2023 • Updated 3/17/2024
Grilling Steak – Why You Need to Do It!
I can almost taste this steak through the screen. Steak on the grill is truly the bee’s knees and my personal favorite way to cook steak. It always comes out so juicy and tender, and it has that charred flavor on the outside; you just can’t beat it! If you don’t know how to grill a steak, we’ll teach you everything you need to know to get a juicy, perfect steak on the grill every time.
Best Cuts of Beef for Grilling Steak
Our favorite cut of beef for grilling is the New York strip steak because we love the fat content and how thick and juicy they end up when grilled. If you can’t find New York strip or are just wondering what other cuts you can grill, here are some options:
New York Strip Sirloin steak Flank (check out our Grilled Flank Steak recipe) Ribeye steak Skirt steak T-bone steaks Tri-tip steak Filets mignons Porterhouse
Kitchen Tools for Grilling Steak
Ways to Flavor Grilled Steak
There are so many different variations out there to flavor your steak. However, sometimes less is more. You can’t go wrong with salt, pepper, and butter. In this section, we’re chatting about all things steak seasonings and steak marinades. They both have their pros (and really no cons because we’re obsessed with both options).
Seasonings
Dry rubs and seasonings are an excellent way to add flavor to steak. You can keep it simple with salt and pepper or get fancy with steak seasonings of any kind.
Montreal Steak Seasoning Homemade Steak Seasoning Weber Chicago Steak Seasoning Penzey’s Mitchel Street Steak Seasoning
Marinades
We love marinating steaks before grilling because they come out so juicy, tender, and full of flavor. You can use store-bought marinades or make your own from scratch. Check out our go-to grilled steak marinade below.
How to Grill a Steak
Note: if you properly season your steaks with a little salt and pepper or our famous steak marinade, you shouldn’t need any steak sauce or bbq sauce for serving because the beefy flavor is so delicious.
garlic: minced garlic is such an amazing flavor for pretty much any marinade. Worcestershire sauce: Worcestershire sauce is tangy with a punch of vinegar and it’s so necessary. balsamic vinegar: balsamic adds a hint of sweetness with too much sweet. lemon juice: a little citrus goes a long way and really brightens up this steak marinade. olive oil: olive oil will help keep things nice and juicy. lemon pepper: I love that you get the traditional pepper flavor, but also a lemon zest punch with lemon pepper.
Top 3 Tips for Grilling Steaks
What to Serve with Grilled Steak
Baked Potato in Foil: there is nothing better than steak and potatoes! Try our baked potato in foil recipe. Cook it on the grill or in the oven. The choice is yours.
135ºF – rare 140ºF – medium rare 150ºF – medium 165ºF – well-done
Remember to always let your steak rest for at least 5 minutes after they finish cooking so they can continue to rise in temperature by 5ºF.
How to Grill Your Favorite Meat
Grilled Chicken Breast Grilled Salmon Grilled Pork Chops Grilled Chicken Thighs Grilled Flank Steak Grilled Whole Chicken Grilled Pork Tenderloin Grilled Chicken Legs Grilled Shrimp Grilled Scallops Grilled Ribs
Foil Pack Potatoes: These foil pack grilled red potatoes are an easy side to add to any bbq. All you need to do to make these grilled potatoes in foil is toss them in olive oil, spices, and create foil pack! Grilled Asparagus In Foil: Jump into asparagus season with the easiest and yummiest way to eat it. Make Grilled Asparagus in foil for a 20-minute side perfect for all types of eaters! Butter Lettuce Salad: This butter lettuce salad has a combination of vegetables, fruit, nuts, cheese, and is drizzled with a simple lemon vinaigrette. Everything on a bed of tender butter lettuce makes a perfect and delicious salad. Foil Pack Peach Crumble: It’s made with juicy peaches tossed in maple syrup and a yummy crumble topping, making it a gluten-free fruit crumble and a healthy dessert recipe for the summertime!
What to Do with Leftover Steak
Got leftover steak? Don’t waste it! Here are a few ideas to repurpose it: Salad: make our Butter Lettuce Salad and top it with sliced grilled steak. Or, make our Steak Salad Recipe with tons of veggie and an herby vinaigrette. Nachos: make a big sheet pan of nachos and instead of using ground beef, use sliced steak instead. Bowls: Make our beef taco bowls, but use diced steak instead of ground beef. Mac and Steak: Make a box of mac and cheese and serve it with sliced grilled steak.
Storage
Let cooked steak cool completely. Then, transfer it into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-5 days.
Steak Recipes
Grilled Flank Steak Steak Salad Sous Vide Steak Steak Fajitas Philly Cheesesteak Bowls Steak Tacos Beef Stroganoff Cast Iron Steak
