Flat iron steak is one of the newer cuts to become mainstream. Cut from the shoulder area, it used to be considered a waste cut because it was too full of connective tissue to eat. However, experts have learned how…
Category: Cooking
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!
Skirt steak is a popular choice for dishes that require thinner slices of steak, like fajitas or steak salads. When cooked properly, skirt steak has an excellent chew and flavor. However, its thin profile can make it easy to overcook…
Some steak cooking methods leave you wondering how to get a tender pink middle without overcooking the outside. Sous vide leaves the guesswork out of the equation by cooking flank steak in a water bath to allow for even cooking…
If you’ve followed along with the Chicago Steak Company blog — better known as Steak University — you’ve probably seen some guides on sous vide cooking popular cuts of steak. This guide focuses on a cut that you don’t usually…
If you’re interested in trying out sous vide cooking with steak, then the strip steak is an excellent cut to try with. It’s a relatively simple cut to cook with just about any method, and a couple of hours in…
A favorite of true steak enthusiasts, T-bone steak is one of the largest cuts of beef. In fact, it actually holds two different types of steak on either side of the bone: the tenderloin and the strip steak. When you…
Known for its massive size — this cut could easily take up your whole plate — porterhouse steak includes a portion of tenderloin and a portion of strip steak. It’s a two-for-one deal that steak enthusiasts can’t get enough of,…
Skirt steak is a long piece of beef cut from just under the cow’s rib section. It’s relatively thin compared to other steaks. Unfortunately, some people quickly write it off as being a tough, chewy piece because of its appearance.…
Tomahawk ribeye is surely a sight to behold on your plate. This eye-catching cut includes the popular ribeye, a steak cut that people love for its delicious taste and tender texture. However, unlike a regular ribeye, the tomahawk ribeye is…
As steak lovers know, a mediocre piece of meat is incredibly uninspiring and disappointing. Struggling to cut and chew each bite after hoping for a delicious steak isn’t easy. While we should be grateful to even have food, steak lovers…
You could make the argument steak has surpassed apple pie and baseball as America’s most well-known food – and eating it is debatably our national pastime. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) published data in 2018 showing that…
The range of flavor and health benefits that different spices give is truly incredible. They have become such a staple to cuisine and just eating in general. It’s difficult to imagine eating without the addition of spices. We all owe…
For many steak purists, it is profane to add anything other than a dash of salt and pepper to a steak. And there is something to be commended for that dedication. But for others like that to push the limits,…
They say if you’ve had juicy steak burgers, you’ll never go back to a regular burger. The ridiculously juicy steak and burger combo will likely make your mouth water just by looking at it. Steak ‘n Shake is known as…
One of the qualities that we at Steak University love most about a gourmet Chicago Steak Company steak is its versatility and ability to accommodate various cooking styles. From the outdoor BBQ to indoor stovetop grills, a high quality, gourmet steak, such…
Having a tough time falling asleep or staying asleep? The remedy could be a few simple tweaks to your diet. Add in some of these foods to your lunches and dinners, and you could find yourself catching more zzz’s than…