Grilled T Bone Steak Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How to cook the perfect T-bone steak on the grill? ›

For the perfect medium-rare T-Bone steak, grill for 10–13 minutes for a 1-inch steak, and 14–17 minutes for a 1½ inch steak, turning about 1 minute before the halfway point. A meat thermometer should read 130°F. Rest your steaks for 5 minutes before serving, covering lightly with foil.

Culinary Expert Tip. Remove steak from heat when then temperature is 5 degrees lower than desired doneness as the temperature will continue to rise while the steak is resting. Rare: 125 degrees; Medium-Rare: 130 degrees; Medium: 140 degrees; Medium-Well: 150 degrees; Well: 160 degrees.

Pounding. Using a meat mallet (or kitchen mallet) to pound steaks helps soften and tenderize the meat. Simply place the meat in between pieces of plastic wrap or wax paper and pound it prior to cooking. If you don't have a meat mallet, you can also use a heavy kitchen tool such as a skillet, saucepan or rolling pin.

Some people marinate t-bone steaks with olive oil and other ingredients. However, marinating is more appropriate for tougher cuts like a sirloin tip. Because t-bone steaks are tender, simple seasonings are enough. Salt and pepper are musts when it comes to seasoning your steak.

Best cooking methods – BBQ, Pan Fry

T-bone steak is best char-grilled over a hot BBQ. Cook on one side until the first sign of moisture appears, then turn the steaks once and cook until you have your desired degree of doneness.

At least 45 minutes before cooking, season steaks generously with salt and pepper on all sides, including edges. Set steaks on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet and refrigerate, uncovered, until ready to cook. Alternatively, season steaks immediately before placing on hot grill.

The pan doesn't have to be cast iron, I have a copper-bottomed stainless steel pan but any heavy-bottomed pan will do. I sear mine for a minute on each side & transfer it to a 180,c preheated oven for 10 minutes, a thick steak cooks better that way. Pan-frying only works with thinner steaks.

How does Texas Roadhouse tenderise their steaks? Season each side of the steak well with the seasoning and set aside to rest for about 40 minutes. This causes the salt to infiltrate the surface (through osmosis) and actually aids in the breakdown of muscle fibres, resulting in more tender meat.

The Aging. Most fine restaurants age their beef to intensify the flavor and improve the tenderness of the cut. Aging is done by letting the meat sit (in very controlled conditions) for several days or weeks.

How long do I cook a T-bone steak on the grill? ›

Cooking Time

Most T-bone steaks take about 15-20 minutes to cook on the grill to medium-rare and another 5-10 minutes for resting. If you like your steak cooked more, plan on adding another 2-5 minutes of cook time per doneness level (for instance, 20-25 minutes for medium).

Remove Marinade Before Cooking: To prevent flare-ups on the grill and ensure properly browned meat when sautéing or stir-frying, wipe off most of the excess marinade before cooking. Keep just a little marinade on the meat surface to maximize flavor.

USDA research has found that washing or rinsing meat or poultry increases the risk for cross-contamination in the kitchen, which can cause foodborne illness. From a food safety perspective, washing raw poultry, beef, pork, lamb or veal before cooking it is not recommended as the safest method.

Cooking Method: Overcooking can cause the steak to lose its moisture, making it dry and chewy. Conversely, undercooking can make certain cuts feel tough.

The best grill temperature to grill a steak is high heat (450-550 degrees F.). To prepare steaks for the grill you will need to: Pat them dry: this helps the steaks get a better sear on them.

The T-Bone is an excellent choice if you prefer a steak with a dual-flavor profile—robust and beefy on one side (strip steak) and milder and tender on the other (tenderloin). On the other hand, if you're a fan of intense, well-marbled, and beef-centric flavors, the Ribeye is likely your go-to cut.