Porterhouse steak is cut from the short loin, right at the meeting point of the top loin and tenderloin. This steak is cut from the same area as the popular T-bone steak and contains both a strip steak and a…
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!
Whether you’re firing up the grill to prepare tender and juicy pork steaks or sticking to indoor cooking by roasting or pan-searing your pork, a pork steak marinade can come to the rescue. In this guide, we explore what a…
When you’re in the mood for steak but don’t want to heat up the grill, oven-cooked steak is an excellent alternative. Specifically, oven-cooked tri tip steak could become one of your new go-tos after reading this guide and learning to…
Air fryers soared into popularity just a few years ago. At first, home cooks tended to use them most for cooking frozen foods, like French fries and chicken strips, quickly and without needing to heat the home with a hot…
Chuck roast is a humble yet delicious meat that’s a must for anyone seeking a culinary adventure with loads of flavor and palate-pleasing tenderness. This cut of beef comes from the cow’s shoulder area, so it isn’t overly exercised. What…
Porterhouse steak is a unique cut of beef that includes two types of steaks: strip steak and tenderloin. It’s cut in the same way as the popular T-bone, but the porterhouse is larger in size. Don’t let this oversized piece…
Looking to add some flavor and tenderness to your flat iron steak? A flat iron steak marinade is the perfect solution! With just a few simple ingredients, you can transform an ordinary cut of beef into a delicious and succulent…
At Chicago Steak Company, we specialize in beef steaks. However, we’re steak enthusiasts of all kinds, so we also love a good pork steak. In this guide, we’re sharing our love for pork shoulder steak with you, covering all of…
Bottom round roast is a lean and flavorful cut of beef that is perfect for slow cooking methods, like braising or slow cooking. However, it also works well on the grill, in an air fryer, or on the stove. If…
Beef is great, but sometimes you need to mix up your proteins for variety and health benefits. Pork is a great alternative even for fancy dinners with plenty of guests. The humble pork chop is well-known, but larger pork steaks…
If you’re one of those who enjoy the sweet-savory flavor combination, then this marinade is perfect for you. You only need a few ingredients to really bring out the flavor of your top sirloin steak and add more layers of…
While Prime Rib is often first carved up for a fancy dinner, the leftovers are almost always repurposed as roast beef the next day for some great-tasting sandwiches. Au jus is the classic pairing for roast beef sandwiches, helping moisten…
Grilling may be your usual go-to method to cook T-bone steak, but it’s certainly not the only way to get this delicious cut ready to serve. In this guide, we’re going to talk about reverse searing and why it’s one…
In the vast world of beef, top round roast is one of the more affordable cuts that you might not think to buy if you’re looking for the cream of the crop. However, it’s somewhat underrated and should be added…
While steakhouses typically go for pan-seared or grilled sirloin steaks because they’re the quickest methods to use, home cooks love a good sous vide sirloin. Yes, this cooking method takes more time than others, but it’s worth the wait if…
There are few cuts of beef that are more associated with luxury than the Prime Rib. Many families only enjoy it for Christmas or other important holidays, but you’re free to cook one up any time you feel the urge.…