Since the marrow is more exposed that way, you might wonder how it’s possible that the bone won’t fall off during grilling. There’s a trick. When you buy the bone, have the butcher machine slice it vertically, as I suggest, so there’s little risk that the marrow will fall off during grilling.
The bones should only be seared at this point, so heat the grill to a high temperature. After three minutes, turn the bones over and season the marrow with salt and pepper.
Bone marrow doesn’t take long to cook; if you cook it for too long, the marrow will just melt and there won’t be anything for you to savor. Lower the heat (or move the rack higher if using a charcoal grill) and cook for ten to twelve minutes (longer if the bone is cut crosswise rather than vertically).
You just want the marrow so that’s all that’ll have to be cooked through for purposes of serving grilled beef bone marrow. If any meat and fat attached to the bone are still raw by the time the marrow is done, don’t think they have to be fully cooked before serving the marrow. No — the bones can go into the pot later to make broth.
Similar to fresh oysters, grilled bone marrow is best when uncomplicated (and untainted by too many flavors). There is no need for exotic seasonings or complicated combinations of herbs and spices.
Simply arrange the grilled bone marrow on a plate, add some finely sliced scallions for contrast in texture, and serve with lemon or lime slices on the side that can be squeezed over the fatty marrow.
Add a few freshly sliced mint leaves to balance the lemon and eliminate the fatty taste in the mouth (unpleasant once the bone marrow begins to cool).
- Preheat your Nexgrill to medium-high heat (about 450º F).
- Place the marrow bones cut side up in a cast iron skillet, and place on the grill.
- Grill for 10-20 minutes, depending on the bone size and how much marrow they contain. …
- Remove from the grill immediately.
- Serve, scoop & enjoy!
How to Grill Bone Marrow
Grilled beef bone marrow 🔗
Rich. Indulgent. You may just scoop the marrow with a spoon and pop it into your mouth. Or you may enjoy it the way the French and Hungarians do by spreading the marrow in crusty bread.A stovetop grill is used in this recipe. It is possible to cook the marrow in the oven. Turn the top heat on (broiler) and set the temperature at 400F or higher.
Prep: 5min
Total: 17min
Ingredients:
- 1 beef shank bone (about eight inches long, split vertically)
- salt
- pepper
- mint leaves
- lemon slices
Instruction:
- Set the stove to the highest temperature, set the grill on top and heat.
- Place the beef shank bone haves, cut side down, and and sear the marrow for two to three minutes.
- Flip the bone halves and sprinkle salt and pepper directly on the exposed marrow.
- Cook for ten to twelve minutes (longer for larger bones).
- Transfer on a plate, sprinkle with mint leaves and serve with lemon slices on the side.
FAQ
What is the best way to cook bone marrow?
A small amount of fat will render from the marrow bones, but the majority of the marrow should remain inside the bone. Preheat oven to 450°F. Place marrow bones on a tray or ovenproof skillet, bone side down. Roast until the bones are lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
Do you have to soak bone marrow before cooking?
Marrow Preparation To remove the blood, marrow bones must be soaked in salted water for 12 to 24 hours.
Is grilled bone marrow healthy?
Maintains Skin, Bone, and Joint Health Collagen, which is abundant in bone marrow, helps to strengthen bones and skin, and glucosamine, which helps to prevent osteoarthritis, treat joint pain, and reduce inflammation.