Keep it simple with this 6-ingredient recipe for the best steaks on the grill with a simple seasoning, no marinating time, and a delicious buttery flavor to make the ideal grilled steaks this summer.
I love a simple grilled chicken, but there’s something special about a juicy grilled steak. This steak recipe is so simple and delicious with no complicated marinades to make or intricate spice blends. When the weather gets warm, I make everything I can on the grill.
This recipe is quick and simple, and if you like easy summer recipes on the grill, you should try my shrimp kabobs, grilled tilapia, grilled veggie kabobs, or grilled baked potatoes!
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Perfect Grilled Steak 🔗
Perfect Grilled Steak with Herb Butter features a homemade dry rub and melty herb butter finish. Absolutely mouthwatering!
Ingredients:
- 2, 1lb bone-in strip steaks cut 1-1/2″ thick (or your steak of choice)
- vegetable oil
- 3/4 Tablespoon rock salt
- 1-1/2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1/8 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
- Big pinch steak seasoning (see above)
- 1 stick salted butter (1/2 cup,) softened to room temperature
- 1 Tablespoon finely minced fresh rosemary
- 1 Tablespoon finely minced fresh thyme
- 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 garlic clove, pressed or minced
Instruction:
- For the Steak Seasoning: Add ingredients to a mortar and pestle then coarsely grind. Alternatively, add ingredients to a heavy duty Ziplock bag, squeeze all the air out, then crush ingredients with a meat pounder, rolling pin, or heavy bottomed skillet.
- For the Herb Butter: Add ingredients to a bowl then stir with a fork to combine. Scoop herb butter onto a sheet of plastic wrap then shape into a thick log and refrigerate until firm (if time is of the essence you can freeze for 20-30 minutes.) Can be done ahead of time.
- For the steaks: Trim steaks of any big hunks of fat to avoid flare ups on the grill then pat dry with a paper towel. Rub each side with oil then season generously with the steak seasoning and press gently into steaks so it adheres – you should use most if not all of the seasoning.
- Light 2/3 or 1/2 of your grill burners (2 of 3 burners, or 1 of 2 burners, depending on how many burners you have) then heat on high for 10-15 minutes, or until the grill reaches 500 degrees. Add steaks to the lit side then sear on each side for 1-1/2 minutes (adjust accordingly if your steaks are bigger or smaller than 1lb cut 1-1/2″ thick,) keeping the lid closed between flipping. Transfer steaks to unlit portion of grill then continue cooking for 7-10 minutes with the lid closed for medium doneness, or until they’ve reached your preferred level of doneness. Remove steaks to a platter then let rest for at least 5 minutes. Top with sliced herb butter then serve.
FAQ
What is the secret to grilling a tender steak?
If you want to get fancy, you can add spices like chili powder, paprika, or garlic powder to the rub. Just before grilling, brush the steaks lightly on both sides with olive oil and sprinkle them with salt and pepper.
Should you put butter on grilled steak?
Grill: For a medium-rare steak, allow to cook until the internal temperature reaches 140°F by first searing steaks at 500°F for 2 minutes on each side, then lowering the heat to 400°F and continuing to grill for 10-15 minutes (while keeping the lid closed).
How does Gordon Ramsay grill a steak?
Butter brushed onto a thick steak can help give the crust a more intense flavor. Many people enjoy brushing butter on their meats or vegetables during the last stages of grilling.