There are seemingly infinite amounts of suggestions to improve the flavor of beef, but hardly any for improving the tenderness of beef. There are a different tips circulating online, but which ones actually produce consistent results? Many people know the…
As your go-to source for everything steak, the team at Chicago Steak Company wants to answer a question we get asked often: Is a tenderloin steak the same as a perfect filet mignon? The two cuts appear to be similar…
Photo by Kurman Communications, Inc. licensed under CC BY 2.0 Tenderloin Filet – Nutritional Facts Per Serving (1 filet, based on 2 servings, based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet) Nutrient Amount (% Daily Value (DV)) Calories 350 (18%) Total Fat 22g (28%) Saturated Fat…
Photo by Hungry Dudes licensed under CC BY 2.0 Mustard Balsamic Roasted Pork Tenderloin – Nutritional Facts Per Serving (Approx. 5⅓ oz Cooked Pork with Marinade, Based on a 2,000-Calorie Daily Diet) Nutrient Amount (% DV) Calories 310 Total Fat 18g (23%) Saturated Fat…
Seafood speaks for itself. Its flavors undoubtedly stand out on their own. But that doesn’t mean that you can’t use sauces, spices, and the perfect wine pairings to elevate your seafood dishes. In fact, wine can be one of the…
You might be surprised to know that the way you’ve been doing things in the kitchen has been wrong this whole time. There are probably cooking and preparation techniques you’ve learned from your parents, who learned from their parents, and…
Photo by Scott Mindeaux licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 When you think of cooking steak with fresh vegetables, you probably think of roasting the steak and veggies together on a baking pan in the oven on high heat. It’s an excellent way to cook…
Have you ever experienced the moment when you’re almost finished barbequing that perfect, extra-tender steak? You seasoned it perfectly, cooked it to absolute perfection, and can smell that smoky goodness filling the air around you. You take the steak off…
When it comes to high quality, tender, juicy, gourmet USDA Prime steaks you may think the international hubs like New York, Texas or California are where it’s at. Well at the Chicago Steak Company, we’re here to tell you that…
What is flat iron? Is grilled flat iron steak easy to cook? If you’re new to the world of flat iron steak, what it’s used for, and how to cook it, this guide will set you on the right track.…
Sirloin steak comes from a non-exercised area of a cow, up near the back portion of the animal. This cut is nice and tender when cooked, but most fans really love it for its bold, beefy flavor. The grill seems…
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…
There’s no reason to stand over a stove or grill to cook ribeye at home. One of the best methods for doing so is oven-cooked ribeye, which gives the steak a little time to cook on its own in low…
Once you get the hang of it, steak is actually one of the quickest and easiest foods to cook. Using the traditional cooking methods of grilling or pan-searing, you can cook most steaks under 20 minutes, ready for you to…
Ribeye is easily one of the most beloved types of steak, and it’s easy to find a way to cook it that yields tons of flavor every time. The sous vide method isn’t one of the most common to use…
There are many ways to cook a steak. The reverse sear method is one of our favorites, but since you’re here, it’s probably one you don’t know much about. However, it’s a cooking method that we highly suggest you add…
