If you’ve ever enjoyed a gourmet meal at a high-end steakhouse, you’ve probably noticed a wide variety of cuts available on the menu. From sirloin to filet, New York strip to prime rib, each cut of steak has its own…
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Cooking a steak is serious business. When you purchase high-quality steaks from Chicago Steak Company, you don’t want to risk overcooking it, drying it out, or missing out on serious flavor by cooking it incorrectly. Different cuts benefit from different cooking methods, so it’s a good idea to get acquainted with the best methods for your meats.
Here at Steak University, Chicago Steak Company provides helpful information to get you on the road to a perfectly cooked meal. Learn the differences between steak cuts and their best cooking methods. Find out the best ways to grill a steak for rampant flavor, incredible tenderness, and that smoky taste you crave. And, read about how we pan-fry steaks to absolute perfection.
Of course, nothing brings out the flavor of a steak more than some old-fashioned barbecuing or a delicious steak sauce that complements its natural flavors. Steak University also gives you some tips for cooking with condiments or marinades for best results. Now, bring on the meat!
Photo by Ann Larie Valentine licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Hanger steak is one of those that people don’t really know about or overlook as a good piece of steak all together. Unfortunately, they’re missing out on a great cut…
Getting the perfect filet mignon isn’t difficult to do, no matter what cooking method you choose for your filets. Beef filet mignon speaks for itself in terms of texture and flavor, so it’s not easy to find a cooking method…
Eating too much of just about anything isn’t necessarily good for the body. As much as we love thick, tasty steaks for dinner, it’s a good idea to remember that a serving size of beef is only 3-oz., which is…
Picanha steak is cut from the top of the rump area, giving it an excellently blended texture with the right amount of chew and tenderness. The added fat cap covering the top of each picanha cut is an extra perk,…
Skirt steak is a long, thin cut of steak that comes from the plate section of a cow, which sits below the ribs. Although skirt steak is certainly not the most tender cut of beef, it’s exceptionally flavorful. The trick…
Flat iron steak is long and thin, similar to flank and hangar steak. Therefore, it’s a good choice for pan searing because it cooks quickly without needing extra time in the oven. Flat iron steak is also an excellent option…
If you’ve ever tried a porterhouse steak, you probably already know that this massive cut of beef is one of the tastiest there is. However, its final result largely depends on how it was cooked. Overcooking it, for example, could…
Even if you’ve pan-seared other steak cuts, tackling the T-bone offers a new set of challenges. Because it’s technically two steak cuts in one and because it has a large bone running through its center, it cooks differently than other…
You’re on your way to becoming a grilling expert with this short video on how to handle, prepare, and cook your steaks. In just 5 easy steps, get ready to rule the kitchen and wow your guests! Video Transcript: How…
It’s tough to beat a filet mignon hot off the grill, but grilling steak isn’t always the easiest or most convenient option. Try pan-seared filet mignon instead when you want a home-cooked filet mignon without the fuss of firing up…
Flat iron steak comes from the muscled shoulder area of a cow. Although this area gets a workout, the way a butcher cuts flat iron keeps it surprisingly tender. However, it’s still a relatively thin steak, so if you don’t…
The long and skinny skirt steak may not look like those bulky, mouthwatering steaks at the local steak restaurant, but that doesn’t mean it’s unworthy of your dinner plate. In fact, skirt steak comes from one of the most flavorful…
You might have thought that the only way to sear a porterhouse steak — or any steak, for that matter — was to crisp it up in a pan first and then finish it off in the oven if it…
Flank steak comes from the abdominal area of a cow, so as you’d expect, it can become tough if not cooked properly. That’s because of its muscle content that needs some extra TLC during the cooking process. Reverse searing is…
Picanha steak is unique in that it has a layer of fat, known as a fat cap, on its outer side. Although many cuts get the fat trimmed off, this cut of steak is known for it. Therefore, we leave…