Not all steaks are created equal, which is why some are much higher in price than others. The eye of round roast is one of the less inexpensive cuts, especially compared to popular options like sirloin, strip, ribeye, and filet…
Author: Derek Jacobson
With over a decade spent writing about steak, grilling, and the fine art of flame-kissed perfection, Derek is on a lifelong quest to master the ribeye—because good things come to those who sear. When not typing up tips or testing marinades, you'll find them chasing the elusive perfect crust on their favorite cut: the mighty ribeye.
Cooking flank steak in an air fryer adds a fresh twist to a classic cut. Instead of wrestling with a hot grill or pan with a bunch of clean-up, the air fryer provides a quick, fuss-free cooking method that locks…
It’s a classic entree to serve on St. Patrick’s Day. Yet you can serve corned beef brisket any time of year to enjoy its brined flavor and tender texture. It’s an easy beef meal to make in the oven, slow…
To be classified as London broil, a dish requires two things: a good marinade and steak sliced into thin strips. Because it’s somewhat open to interpretation, London broil can be a fun dish to play around with when you’re in…
Are you ready to kick up your steak game? Do you love a good tri tip steak? If both of these sound like you, look no further than the mouth watering technique of reverse searing tri tip steak. When it…
Here at Steak University, we provide in-depth guides to help steak lovers just like you learn more about each cut of steak, what its best for, and how to cook it. If you’re a frequent reader of Steak University articles,…
At Steak University, we talk a lot about pan-searing, grilling, and oven-cooking steak. One method we don’t cover as often is air-frying steak. In this guide, we’re focusing on this often underutilized method of cooking steak to show you that…
Give a steak a good sear, and its flavor increases ten-fold. That may not be the quote of any famous foodies, but it’s certainly the truth. Pan-seared sirloin steak is one of the tastiest proteins you can put on your…
Broiling is a versatile cooking method that gives you most of the flavor of grilling with all of the convenience of staying indoors. You can use your oven’s heating element to cook your favorite top sirloin steak with direct heat.…
Using an air fryer for filet mignon may not be the first cooking method that comes to mind when you think about cooking this prized piece of steak. But it’s a surprisingly easy, reliable way to cook a tender and…
When you don’t feel like dirtying up multiple pans or spending more than 30 minutes on dinner during a busy weeknight, a beef stir fry can come in clutch. With tender slices of beef, crisp vegetables, and a savory sauce,…
Bavette steak is a flavorful and versatile cut, prized for its rich beefy taste and tender texture when cooked properly. Often compared to skirt or flank steak, it comes from the bottom sirloin area and is perfect for grilling, pan-searing,…
Skip the gravy and steak sauce — compound butter can add just as much flavor to steak while also finishing off the cook with a smooth and creamy texture. With a blend of butter, herbs, spices, and other flavorful ingredients,…
Are you looking for a way to make juicy, perfectly crisp chicken without the hassle of heating the oven and dirtying extra dishes? If so, the air fryer just might be your new favorite kitchen tool. This handy appliance delivers…
Defrosting is one of those parts of cooking that is far from glamorous. You won’t see big name chefs dedicating a chapter to it in their cookbooks or discussing it on their cooking shows. Yet it’s a very important step…
A perfectly aged Ribeye steak is a delicious surprise to give someone on their birthday or anniversary. But what if you could take the experience to the next level with just the addition of some spices? Cajun Ribeye is a…