Steak – a Barbecue Classic
Steak grilled over charcoal is an unbeatable summertime treat; seasoned simply and cooked to perfection, it’s a classic, and deservedly so. Here are a few tips for successful barbecued steak.
Greendale offers a good variety of different beef steaks, including Rib-Eye, Flat Iron, Sirloin and Rump, so you can stock up on supplies for your next barbecue. Here are a few tips for successful barbecued steak:
- As ever, it’s important to get charcoal up to the right temperature before cooking (see our handy guide, Getting the Most from a Charcoal Barbecue, for more details). It’s a good idea to leave a small area of the grate free from hot charcoal, as this cooler part of the grill will allow you greater control over the cooking speed of your steaks.
- Allow the steak to come to room temperature before barbecuing, and allow it to rest after it has been cooked; these two steps will help to prevent the meat becoming too dry.
- Rub both sides of the steak lightly with sunflower or vegetable oil, and season well with sea salt before you place it on the grill.
- Cooking times will vary, depending on the size and thickness of your steak. As a rough guide, a 1.5cm thick steak will need 1.5-2 minutes on each side for rare; 2-3 minutes on each side for medium-rare; and 4 minutes on each side for well done. Remember to leave it to rest before serving.
