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…
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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!
Source: Photo by TheDeliciousLife licensed under CC BY 2.0 When you think of the grill, you usually dream of burgers, hot dogs, wings, and steaks as the staple items for a barbecue. Where does that leave a beef roast? Is…
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…
Since the filet mignon is one of the most popular steak cuts all over the world, it’s not surprising that steak enthusiasts want to know the best way to cook it. One of the most-asked questions we get,…
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…
Photo by Owen Parrish licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Grilling steak is one of the most popular methods for several cuts. But it’s no secret that grilling times for steak can vary greatly, depending on the cut of steak, its thickness, and how done…
Have you bought a high-quality strip steak and are now deciding what to do with it? We suggest using this delicious cut of beef to make a pan-seared strip steak dinner. Strip steak stays tender and juicy when seared quickly…
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…
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…
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…