Grill the Perfect Steak Every Time

Did you know that the word “steak” originates from the mid-15th century Scandinavian word steik? Have you ever felt like you can never achieve the same quality of steak as you get at a restaurant? Luckily for you, it is possible to make a steakhouse-worthy meal at home as long as you know how to make the perfect steak.

Keep reading to find out how you can grill a steak perfectly each and every single time.

Grades Matter

The first step when it comes to steak-grilling is choosing the right meat. There are three different types of steak, and they are referred to as the steak grades. In US supermarkets, you’ll find Select, Choice, and Prime steaks.

Each steak will be labeled depending on its grade. Select grade steaks will generally be sale-priced or advertised meat and are just above what the USDA deems edible. Choice grade steaks will be priced higher than Select grade steaks, but they are the steak grade you will most commonly reach for. Prime grade steak is the pinnacle of perfection.

The steak you start off with will determine how easy it is to grill the perfect steak. If you can afford it, you won’t regret buying high-quality steak when possible. You can even buy high-quality steak online these days, so you don’t need to find a butchery anymore, if this interests you, you can read more here.

Know When It’s Done

Knowing when a steak is done (depending on how you want it done!) is a crucial part of grilling the perfect steak. While the chef’s standard level of doneness for steak is medium-rare, there are six main levels of doneness. You should be able to tell when a steak is done by its feel and look alone, but the internal temperature can help you out if you’re unsure.

When grilling a steak, it’s important to work on internal temperature and not cooking time since the size of the steak will cause the times to differ.

Blue Steak will have a bright red appearance and an internal temperature of 110°F
Rare Steak will have a red and shiny appearance and an internal temperature of 120–130°F
Medium Rare Steak will have a deep red appearance and an internal temperature of 130–135°F
Medium Steak will have a light pink appearance and an internal temperature of 135–145°F
Medium Well Steak will have a light pink appearance with greying on the edges and an internal temperature of 145–155°F
Well Done Steak will have a no pink and an internal temperature of 155°F and up

Grill a Steak Perfectly

Knowing how to grill a steak to perfection is an art form. While anyone can cook a steak, ensuring that it comes out perfect every time takes skill, time, and practice. These tips will help you on your journey to becoming a grill master.

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